ICYMI: Officials in Sri Lanka unveiled what they said was the world's largest natural corundum blue sapphire💎 weighing 310 kilograms, which was found in a gem pit about three months ago
Local gemologists, who have examined the sapphire, said it was one of the rarest gems in the world as it weighed more than 300 kilograms. International organisations are yet to certify the precious stone.
The sapphire was put on display at the home of one of the gem pit owners in Horana, 65 kilometres south of Colombo. A group of Buddhist monks chanted blessings for the gemstone before it was unveiled.A woman walks past the world's largest natural corundum blue sapphire, weighing 310 kilograms, which was found in a gem pit, at a private residence in Horana, Sri Lanka, December 12, 2021.
Ratnapura is known as the gem capital of the South Asian country, which is a leading exporter of sapphires and other precious gems. The country earned around half a billion dollars through the export of gems, diamonds and other jewellery last year, the local gems and jewellery industry body has reported.Reporting by Uditha Jayasinghe in Colombo, Editing by Rupam Jain and Jane MerrimanSubscribe for our daily curated newsletter to receive the latest exclusive Reuters coverage delivered to your inbox.
Norge Siste Nytt, Norge Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også lese nyheter som ligner på denne som vi har samlet inn fra andre nyhetskilder.
‘Free Larry Hoover’ Producer Randy Phillips Tapped by TEG to Create More Artist-Owned EventsThe veteran executive will help the Australian live entertainment giant create unique touring projects similar to Ye and Drake's sold-out Free Larry Hoover concert on Dec. 9
Les mer »
Khloe Kardashian flaunts her abs after being humiliated by Tristan ThompsonKhloe Kardashian, 37, shared a series of stunning snaps on Instagram after her former partner Tristan Thompson is in the centre of a paternity scandal.
Les mer »
Rihanna shows off toned figure in photoshoot amid speculation she's pregnantRihanna has modelled a new ensemble from her lingerie brand Savage X Fenty's festive range - and the photos appear to dispel the rumour that she's pregnant
Les mer »
The Chase's Mark Labbett shows off slimmed-down figure after losing 10stThe Chase's Mark Labbett was pictured in London with a slimmed-down figure after following a healthier diet plan and workouts
Les mer »
BTS Made Me Buy It: 2021 Fashion Trends, as Demo-ed By BTSBTS showed off the year's biggest fashion trends — from bucket hats to power suits, see the 2021 trends as modeled by BTS.
Les mer »