Italian Woman Stunned to Discover Family Heirloom is a Million-Euro Pink Diamond
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Turin, Italy – A young woman in Italy received the surprise of a lifetime when a ring inherited from her grandmother was revealed to be a remarkably rare and valuable pink diamond. What she believed to be a sizable piece of rose quartz is, in fact, a 3.18-carat natural pink diamond set in a classic Bulgari “Trombino” design from the 1970s, and is expected to sell for up to €1.2 million (approximately $1.3 million USD) at an upcoming auction.
The amazing discovery unfolded when the woman brought the platinum ring to the Bolaffi auction house in Turin for evaluation, according to a report in la Repubblica. Expert examination quickly determined the stone was not the common quartz she’d always known, but one of the most sought-after jewels in the world.
A Rare Find: the Value of Pink Diamonds
“A natural pink diamond is already very rare,” explained Matteo Armandi, President of the Jewelry Department at Bolaffi. “But a pink diamond exceeding three carats is an absolute exception.” The ring’s exceptional value is further enhanced by the presence of 64 additional diamonds, totaling 1.93 carats, surrounding the central pink stone.
The Bulgari “trombino” ring, known for its distinctive design, adds to the piece’s allure and collectibility. the design,popular in the 1970s,is highly recognizable among jewelry connoisseurs.
Auction Details
The extraordinary ring will be offered for sale at Bolaffi’s Great Jewelry Auction, featuring pieces from the 19th century through the 2000s. Auction house officials estimate the final sale price will range between €800,000 and €1.2 million (approximately $860,000 – $1.3 million USD).
This unexpected inheritance promises to dramatically change the young woman’s life, turning a cherished family heirloom into a ample fortune.The auction is anticipated to draw critically important interest from collectors worldwide.
