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World’s largest purple star sapphire, valued at $300M, unveiled
World’s largest purple star sapphire, valued at $300M, unveiled
World’s largest purple star sapphire, valued at $300M, unveiled

Published on: 01/23/2026

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The world's largest purple star sapphire, claimed to be the largest of its kind, is placed on display at a ceremony in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — A Purple Star Sapphire weighing 3,563 carats which is claimed to be the world’s biggest of its kind was unveiled on Saturday in the Sri Lankan capital by the owners, who are ready to sell the precious stone which is estimated to be worth at least $300 million.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/trending/2026/01/worlds-largest-purple-star-sapphire-valued-at-300m-unveiled.html

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