'Pink Star' diamond fetches record $71.2 million in Hong Kong

59.60-carat Pink Star is largest in its class ever graded by Gemological Institute of America

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A pink diamond broke the world record for a gemstone sold at auction, after it fetched $71.2 million in today.

The 59.60-carat "Pink Star" is the largest in its class ever graded by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).



Sotheby's auction house said it was "proud" of the sale.

'Pink Star' diamond fetches record $71.2 million in Hong Kong

59.60-carat Pink Star is largest in its class ever graded by Gemological Institute of America

59.60-carat Pink Star is largest in its class ever graded by Gemological Institute of America A pink diamond broke the world record for a gemstone sold at auction, after it fetched $71.2 million in today.

The 59.60-carat "Pink Star" is the largest in its class ever graded by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).

Sotheby's auction house said it was "proud" of the sale.
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