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The Pumpkin Diamond
 
5.54 carats
South Africa
Loaned by Harry Winston, Inc.

This diamond is a rare example of a strong orange color. Most diamonds in this color range are noticeably brown. It was purchased by Harry Winston, Inc., in 1998, and was worn in a ring by film actress Halle Berry in 2002 when she received an Oscar for her role in Monster’s Ball.

Photo credit for photograph of
The Pumpkin Diamond
Photograph courtesy of Sotheby’s, Inc. Copyright 2003

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