This Family Heirloom Was Said To Be Worthless, Until They Got A Second Opinion

“The Star of Adam”

The largest sapphire in the world, “The Star of Adam,” has been set in several different important pieces since its discovery in 2015. Here it can be seen in the British Queen’s imperial state crown. It is often mistaken for a ruby.

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