💎 Top 10 Largest Faceted Diamonds :
The world of gemstones has evolved. While the Cullinan remains the most famous, newer discoveries and unique black diamonds have changed the rankings. Here is the definitive list of the largest cut and polished diamonds currently known.
💠 10 | The Millennium Star (203.04 Carats):
The Millennium Star remains a masterpiece of the De Beers collection. Discovered in 1990 in the Democratic Republic of Congo, this pear-shaped gem is the only diamond in the world that is both internally and externally flawless.
Estimated Value: Insured for over £100 Million.
💠 09 | The Red Cross (205.07 Carats):
This canary-yellow, cushion-cut diamond was discovered in South Africa in 1901. A unique feature is the "Maltese Cross" visible through its top facet. It was originally sold to benefit the British Red Cross Society.
Estimated Value: ~$3 million+ (historical auction value).
💠 08 | The De Beers (234.65 Carats):
Discovered in the Kimberley mines in 1888, this pale yellow diamond was famously part of the "Patiala Necklace" owned by the Maharaja of Patiala. It remains one of the largest light-yellow faceted diamonds in existence.
💠 07 | The Jubilee (245.35 Carats):
Originally known as the Reitz Diamond, it was renamed to honor the 60th anniversary of Queen Victoria's coronation. It is a colorless, cushion-cut diamond currently held in a private collection.
💠 06 | The Centenary (273.85 Carats):
Unveiled in 1991, the De Beers Centenary is the largest top-color (Grade D) flawless diamond. It features a unique heart shape with 247 facets, giving it an unparalleled brilliance.
💠 05 | The Graff Lesedi La Rona (302.37 Carats):
New Entry: Cut from the massive 1,109-carat rough found in 2015, this is the largest square emerald-cut diamond in the world. It is a miracle of modern laser-cutting technology and sits at the #5 spot.
💠 04 | The Spirit of de Grisogono (312.24 Carats):
The world’s largest cut Black Diamond. It was mined in Central Africa and took years to cut due to the extreme hardness of black carbonado diamonds. It is set in a stunning white gold ring with 702 smaller white diamonds.
💠 03 | The Incomparable (407.48 Carats):
Found by a young girl in a pile of mining rubble in the Congo, this shield-shaped, brownish-yellow diamond is a marvel. It was recently featured in one of the world's most expensive necklaces, valued at over $55 million.
💠 02 | The Cullinan I (530.20 Carats):
Also known as the Great Star of Africa, it was the undisputed champion for nearly 80 years. It is a drop-shaped clear diamond and is currently mounted in the British Sovereign's Sceptre with Cross, kept in the Tower of London.
Estimated Value: ~$400 Million.
💠 01 | The Enigma (555.55 Carats):
Ranked #1: The Enigma is a rare Carbonado (black) diamond. In 2022, it was sold for cryptocurrency and remains the largest faceted diamond in the world according to the Guinness World Records. It has 55 facets and is believed by some scientists to have interstellar origins.
We hope this guide gave you a clear look at the world’s most magnificent diamonds! If you found this list helpful, please share it with your friends and fellow gem enthusiasts.
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