The 'Star of Pure Land,' a 3,563-carat Purple Star Sapphire claimed to be the world's largest of its kind and valued at up to $400 million, was unveiled in Colombo, Sri Lanka, by its anonymous owners who are now looking to sell the precious stone.
The 'Star of Pure Land,' a magnificent 3,563-carat Purple Star Sapphire, has been unveiled in Colombo, Sri Lanka, by its anonymous owners. Certified as the world’s largest documented natural purple star sapphire, this round-shaped gem features a rare and well-defined six-ray asterism, making it exceptionally special. Discovered in a gem pit near Rathnapura, Sri Lanka, in 2023, the stone's true significance was recognized about two years after its purchase. International valuers estimate its worth to be between $300 million and $400 million. Consultant gemologist Ashan Amarasinghe confirmed its unparalleled size and unique characteristics, highlighting Sri Lanka's renown for its exceptional sapphires.
