Diamond octahedron (old classic circa 1900 - 4.36 carats)

Kimberley Mine, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Thumbnail, 1.2 x 0.8 x 0.7 cm
Start Time: 07/14/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/21/2016 6:33:39 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A fine old-time 4.36 carat diamond octahedron from one of the world's great diamond mines, discovered in 1871 and mined out by 1914. The textbook gemmy crystal is significant as a good thumbnail specimen and has classic adamantine luster and pretty mottled smoky gray color. Ex Ben Ward Collection. Seldom on the market in this quality. Valued $1500 -1800.

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