Black diamonds have always captivated people around the world because of their dark, mysterious looking color. Check out the top 5 most spectacular and historically important stones below.
#1 Black Orlov – Perhaps the most famous black gemstone of all time, the Black Orlov is a 67.50 carat cushion cut diamond that was believed to be cursed. Legend has it that the Black Orlov was carved out from a sacred statue in a Hindu temple located in South India.
Three previous owners including a Russian princess called Nadia Vyegin-Orlov jumped to their deaths mysteriously. The curse was eventually broken when Charles Winson bought the diamond and had it cut into smaller pieces.
#2 Spirit of de Grisogono Diamond – The world’s largest polished black diamond that weighs in at a hefty 312.24ct. The Spirit of de Grisogono Diamond is named after the Swiss cutter who polished the diamond. It is fashioned in an old Moghul-cutting style and is mounted in a splendid white gold ring that resembles a large ice-cream cone.
#3 Korloff Noir Diamond – This gorgeously stunning 57 facet black gem weighs in at 88 carats and is currently owned by the Korloff company in Paris. The legendary diamond is reputed to bring happiness, good luck and prosperity to people who have come into contact with it.
#4 The Rembrandt – Cut from a 125-carat rough diamond, the Rembrandt diamond took more than 3 years to cut and polish. The final polished stone weighs in at 42.27 carats and was presented by Rembrandt specialist Gary Schwartz. The diamond is currently in the possession of the Diamant Museum Amsterdamwhere it is on display.
