Leibish & Co. presents a New Rare Red Argyle Diamond

The company reveals an exceedingly rare 0.51 Carat Natural Purplish Red Argyle Diamond

Leibish & Co., which specializes in natural fancy color diamonds, launches 2010 with the unveiling of an exceedingly rare 0.51 Carat Natural Purplish Red Argyle Diamond.

0.51ct Emerlad cut Fancy Purplish RED, Argyle number 308534.

The rare red diamond, sourced from the Argyle mine in Western Australia, has been added to the unique offerings of diamond company Leibish & Co.

The engraving of the 0.51ct Emerald cut Fancy Purplish RED,

Argyle number 308534.

As one of the rarest and arguably the most elusive color of fancy color diamonds, the red stones are highly sought after, as there are only about 20 known natural red diamonds in the world.

Certificate:

The stone has both Argyle and GIA certificate

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GIA certificate

(note comments, inscription A308534)

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Historically, red diamonds have been sold for record breaking prices. In 1987, the fancy purplish red 0.95 carat Hancock Red Diamond set a new world record per carat price. The Hancock Red fetched $926,000 per carat – more than seven times the previous record price of $127,000 per carat. This record was broken only in 2007, when a 6.04 carat flawless fancy blue diamond was sold at a Sotheby’s auction for a staggering $1.3 million per carat.

Loose diamonds, in general, are considered to be a wise investment, as they constantly appreciate in value. Due to their rarity, natural fancy color diamonds – more so than white diamonds – offer their owners a unique source of value.

Francois Curiel, Christie’s Europe chairman and a renowned jewelry expert, said, “while a perfect colorless diamond now trades at $100,000 per carat, the benchmark for the best color diamonds has surpassed $1 million a carat and continues to rise."

As supply of Argyle red and pink diamonds – which account for 90%-95% of all red and pink diamonds in the world – is expected to run out by 2018, the unprecedented appeal of these stones only continues to grow.

The unique feature adding even more value to the rarity of Leibish & Co’s new fancy purplish red diamond is its size. At 0.51 carat, the size of this magnificent stone is larger than most red diamonds as the majority of them weigh less than half a carat. An Argyle serial number laser inscribed on the stone provides proof of its origin, while this Emerald cut diamond measures at  4.75x4.22x2.87 and is certified by both GIA. and Argyle.
 
Robert E. Kane refers to the rarity of the diamond’s hue in his research from 1987, Three Notable Fancy Color Diamonds. He says, "although intense (and vivid) pink diamonds are rare, a color description that includes ‘red’ is even more rare, especially where red is the primary (dominant) hue, such as purplish red…”

“A stone of this size and color is truly unique and rare,” said Itzik Polnauer, E-commerce Manager at Leibish & Co. “It is the perfect item for collectors and any true diamond lover,” he added.

About Leibish & Co.
For more than 30 years, Leibish & Co. has been the source for natural colored diamonds and jewelry. The world's finest jewelry designers and manufacturers rely on Leibish & Co. for their diamonds. In 1995, the company launched www.fancydiamonds.net in order to utilize the internet as an effective sales, marketing and service channel for its international customers.

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