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This superb natural rough diamond from India immediately stands out for the remarkable intensity of its yellow color, its advertised VVS clarity, and the richness of its natural crystallization. Its hue, particularly vivid in photographs, can be described as Fancy Intense Yellow, with sustained saturation that gives the crystal an exceptional visual presence. Its rough morphology reveals numerous planes and growth features that catch the light from many angles, creating a succession of bright yellow and gold flashes. Preserved in its natural state, this diamond possesses all the authenticity sought by collectors of color crystals and diamonds. Technical characteristics - Stone: Natural rough diamond - Weight: 0.34 carat - Dimensions: 3.4 × 3.1 × 3.0 mm - Origin: India - Color: Fancy Intense Yellow - Declared clarity: VVS - Condition: Rough, uncut - Morphology: Complex natural crystallization - Appearance: Intense, vivid, and luminous yellow - Quality: Premium selection - Naturalness: 100% natural A remarkable Fancy Intense Yellow color Color is one of the major attributes of this piece. The diamond exhibits a particularly saturated, bright, and visually homogeneous yellow, with nuances ranging from vivid yellow to more golden tones depending on the orientation of the crystal and the incidence of light. This saturation, combined with the material’s transparency, produces the impression that the color truly comes from inside the crystal. The various natural surfaces capture and reflect light independently of one another, giving the stone an extremely dynamic appearance. VVS quality and beautiful transparency The declared VVS quality is another important element of this specimen. Its beautiful transparency allows light to pass through a significant portion of the crystal and encounter its many natural structures. This phenomenon strongly enhances overall brightness and creates zones that appear almost golden when the diamond is viewed under direct lighting. The combination of an intense color and beautiful clarity thus gives the specimen a particularly appealing character for a collection dedicated to natural colored diamonds. A particularly rich natural crystallization Close observation reveals a fascinating surface architecture. The crystal retains numerous growth figures and striations, as well as a succession of natural planes that directly testify to its crystalline development. These reliefs form a true geometric map on the surface of the diamond. Unlike a faceted stone, whose geometry results from human work, each visible relief here belongs to the natural history of the specimen. This complex morphology gives it its own personality and is a particularly interesting feature for the collector. The origin of its yellow color The yellow color of natural diamonds is generally associated with the presence of nitrogen within the crystal lattice. Incorporated during growth, this element can modify its interaction with light and produce the different yellow hues observed in this family of diamonds. When this coloration reaches significant saturation, it becomes particularly spectacular. On this piece, the yellow is expressed with remarkable vivacity and contrasts beautifully with the almost white reflections generated by certain surfaces of the crystal. A witness to the depths of the Earth Natural formation of a diamond requires extraordinary pressure and temperature conditions, encountered at very great depths in the mantle. After crystallization, the diamond must still be transported to the surface by major geological processes. This sequence of events explains why a rough crystal preserved has interest far beyond its aesthetic appearance: it is also a true mineralogical testimony to the deep history of our planet. Its natural surfaces today allow us to observe part of this history as it was left by the crystal’s growth. India and the legendary history of the diamond The Indian origin also lends this specimen a particular historical dimension. India holds a fundamental place in the history of the diamond: for centuries, it was one of the main known sources of this gem, long before the exploitation of major deposits discovered later in Brazil and then Africa. Indian diamonds have contributed to the fascination this gem has held for royal courts and major collectors. Owning a rough diamond from India thus allows combining the mineralogical interest of the crystal with one of the oldest diamond-trading traditions in the world. A premium collector’s piece With its 0.34 carat, its Fancy Intense Yellow color, its declared VVS quality, its Indian origin, and above all its magnificent natural crystal architecture, this diamond brings together a set of particularly attractive characteristics. It will allure as much for its color as for the details of its surface, which gradually reveal themselves as the crystal is illuminated. A very beautiful premium collector’s piece, ideal for the enthusiast seeking a natural rough diamond whose intense color, transparency, and crystallization constitute the spectacle in themselves. General Terms of Sale – MineralsOpals: At MineralsOpals, your satisfaction is an absolute priority. All orders are handled with the utmost care, from stone selection to final shipment. - Shipping & timelines: Dispatch within 1 to 3 business days maximum, usually the day after the order. Shipping from Monday to Friday (excluding weekends and public holidays). Each package is sent via La Poste with a tracking number provided. Careful packaging: each stone is individually protected, then placed in a rigid secure box. - Warranty & customer service: 100% of shipments are guaranteed: if there is a problem, we always find a solution. You buy with complete confidence: full refund, replacement, or a courtesy gesture in case of loss or proven issue. If you have questions, doubts, or a specific request, you can contact me at any time; I will gladly respond as soon as possible. Trust & commitment Each stone is photographed with care to reflect its natural beauty. You benefit from personalized tracking. My goal: to offer you a reliable, human, and transparent purchasing experience. 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A rare opportunity to acquire an item of Cuban historical importance:
09/22/2026
£850
Est: £500
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