Estrela de Fura: The world's largest ruby set to be auctioned
Estrela de Fura, or the “Star of Fura” in Portuguese,” is the world’s largest-quality ruby ever discovered in September 2022.
The world's largest gem-quality ruby, which was unveiled last year in Dubai, weighs approximately 55.22 carats.
Estrela de Fura is expected to fetch more than $30 million (Rs 245 crore) when it appears at Sotheby’s New York’s “Magnificent Jewels” sale on 8 June.
The ruby was originally 101 carats in weight and exhibits a rich red colour after cutting and polishing, often referred to as "pigeon's blood".
Before the 8 June auction in New York, Estrela de Fura and the Eternal Pink Diamond will be on display in person in Dubai and other places across the globe.
As part of the tour, it will also be available for viewing in Geneva, Singapore, and Taipei.
The Sunrise Ruby, a 25.59 carat Burma gem that sold for $30.3 million (Rs 248 crore) at Sotheby’s Geneva auction in May 2015, currently holds the title of most expensive ruby.