Harrods Dusts Off 228ct. Diamond

London: Harrods unveiled “one of the world’s rarest” diamonds which will go on display this month for the first time.

The pear-shaped, 228.31-carat, G-color, VS1-clarity polished diamond will be available to view by appointment at the department store in Knightsbridge, London, from mid-December.

The ‘Harrods Diamond’ has been “hiding” in the store’s vault, Harrods said, adding that it has “splendid cut, lustrous polish and exceptional symmetry.”

“It is rare that stones of this weight, cut, polish and symmetry are sold outside auction, so this is an exceptional opportunity for Harrods’ customers and a very exciting moment in Harrods’ history,” said Helen David, chief merchant at Harrods.

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