Important Fancy Pink Diamond. Photo courtesy M. S. Rau Antiques.

One of nature's rarest treasures, this 7.09-carat Fancy Pink diamond boasts exceptional color and transparency. This extraordinary gem is one of only a handful of pink diamonds certified by the GIA as being a rare Type IIa, VSI-clarity diamond, which means it contains no nitrogen. The result is a gem of remarkable brilliance that, due to its cut, appears larger than its actual carat weight. It is joined by two shield-cut diamonds, weighing a total of 1.04 carats and exhibiting E color and VS1 clarity, in a platinum and 18K rose gold setting. Price: $3,950,000

It is almost unheard of to find a pink diamond of this astonishing quality and beauty. In addition to possessing an exceptional color, this diamond has been certified by the GIA as having VSI clarity. This certification sets it apart from the overwhelming majority of pink diamonds, which usually have many inclusions. It must also be noted that over 99% of pink diamonds mined today weigh less than one carat. To find a pink diamond of such singular hue, clarity and overall quality for its size is simply amazing.

This exceptional diamond is set in a splendid platinum and 18K rose gold setting, and is joined by two shield or bullet-cut diamonds, which weigh a total of 1.04 carats and exhibit E color VS1 clarity.

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