Fine Jewels And Watches Auction November 2020
Each set with a brilliant-cut fancy vivid yellow (also known as "Zimmi" yellow in the trade) diamond weighing 3.03 and 3.01 carats respectively, mounted in 18K yellow gold, length 1.00 cm (2)
Accompanied by a report from the Gemological Institute of America, stating that the 3.03 carat diamond is fancy vivid yellow color, natural color and SI2 clarity, with laser inscription registry, report no. 5202313717, dated 28th May 2019
Accompanied by a report from the Gemological Institute of America, stating that the 3.01 carat diamond is fancy vivid yellow color, natural color and SI1 clarity, with laser inscription registry, report no. 2173755295, dated 29th July 2016
The term ‘Zimmi’ refers to a town in the Pujehun district of southern Sierra Leone famously known for its fancy vivid yellow diamonds with striking saturation mined from alluvial deposit. ‘Zimmi’ yellow diamonds are classified as ‘Type Ib’ due to its high nitrogen content which is responsible for its remarkable coloration that’s unparalleled with any ordinary canary yellow diamonds. Top-quality ‘Zimmi’ yellow diamonds above 4 carats are considered extremely rare and are highly sought after.
US$250,000 – 375,000
