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World's Largest Blue Star Sapphire Found in Sri Lanka

Blue Star Sapphire

Sapphire is worth at least $ 100 million. Colombo gemological institute has given a certificate sapphire weighing 1404.49 carats. While the previous record of only 1,395 carats.

"When look at it, I decided to buy it," said the owner of sapphires today, as quoted by the Telegraph, Tuesday (01/05/2016). He added that if the stone is sold may be reached USD175 million.

"When the stone was brought to me, I'd guess that this stone is a blue star sapphire in the world. So I took the risk to buy it," said the owner who did not want to be named.

A blue star sapphire mineral quality rutile and reflect light into a distinctive star pattern.

The owner declined to say how much she paid for the stone.

The stone was found in a quarry near the town of Ratnapura, which is known as the city of gemstones. This country is the source of the sapphire engagement ring for Princess Diana are now owned by the Duchess of Cambridge.
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