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31 March 2016

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RELEASE | The Oppenheimer Blue - The Largest Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond offered at Auction - Geneva, 31st March 2016

Geneva EMEA 31 March 2016

THE OPPENHEIMER BLUE

THE LARGEST FANCY VIVID BLUE DIAMOND OFFERED AT AUCTION

GENEVA - MAGNIFICEN JEWELS - 18 MAY 2016 

Geneva – Christie’s is proud to present the Oppenheimer Blue, the largest and finest Fancy Vivid Blue diamond ever offered at auction. Weighing 14.62 carats, this exceptional stone will lead Christie’s auction of Magnificent Jewels, held at the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues. This exceptional blue diamond, named in honor of its previous owner Sir Philip Oppenheimer, is estimated at US$38-45 million.

On May 18th, Christie’s will present the largest and finest Fancy Vivid Blue diamond ever seen. This stunning Fancy Vivid Blue rectangular-cut gem promises to create a media sensation as it travels around the world, fascinating both collectors and gem enthusiasts alike, before it makes its way to the auction block in Geneva.’

Rahul Kadakia, International Head of Jewellery

Please find attached the complete press release and the link to the dedicated video below:

http://www.christies.com/features/The-Oppenheimer-Blue-Diamond-7197-3.aspx

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* Please note when quoting estimates above that other fees will apply in addition to the hammer price - see Section D of the Conditions of Sale at the back of the sale catalogue. *Estimates do not include buyer’s premium. Sales totals are hammer price plus buyer’s premium.