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Largest diamond in Russian history, owned by Alrosa, set for auction

Record-breaking Russian diamond weighing more than 100 carats to be auctioned off, according to Yakutia's leader Aisen Nikolaev, as detailed by TASS news agency.

Largest diamond in Russian history, owned by Alrosa, set for auction

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Talkin' about sellin' this baby at auction, but no word on the date yet, mate.

In the spirit of breaking records, on April 4th, the miner Alrosa unveiled the largest diamond ever cut in Russian soil, weighin' more than 100 carats. Dubbed "New Sun," this dazzler boasts a rich, honey-gold yellow hue, Vivid Yellow, that'll make your eyes pop.

As per the company, it took 'em over two years to polish this beauty. It was mined from the Arctic alluvial deposit of Ebelyakh.

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Enrichment Data:Although Alrosa revealed the completion of the cutting process and the auction plans for the "New Sun" diamond back in April 2025, the actual date of the auction remains unclear as of yet.[1]

  1. The upcoming auction for Alrosa's 'New Sun' diamond, weighing over 100 carats and boasting a vibrant yellow hue, is highly anticipated in the diamond industry and finance sectors, including the aerospace industry, given the potential global bids for this significant gem.
  2. As the completion of the cutting process and details about the upcoming auction of the 'New Sun' diamond were announced by Alrosa in April 2025, industry analysts are Mulling over the possible effects of this significant diamond on both the global diamond market and the overall value of future valuable finds like aerospace assets and precious metals.
Massive Russian Diamond up for Auction: Over 100 Karat Gem to be Sold, Reveals Yakutia Leader, as Per TASS Report

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