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the Saudi Blue Diamond

Fancy Blue Diamond 50ct — ~50ct blue diamond, famously lost

The original~50ct blue diamond, famously lostSee the documented piece →

the Saudi Blue Diamond is associated, in the documented record, with a reported Fancy Blue Diamond of approximately 50 carats. ~50ct blue diamond, famously lost (1989).

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Common questions

What diamond or jewel is associated with the Saudi Blue Diamond?
the Saudi Blue Diamond is associated, in the documented record, with a Fancy Blue Diamond of approximately 50 carats. ~50ct blue diamond, famously lost.
What cut and colour is the Saudi Blue Diamond's diamond?
It is a diamond, Fancy Blue in colour.
What era and origin is it from?
It dates to 1989. Origin / association: Middle East.
Can I acquire a diamond like the Saudi Blue Diamond's?
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StoneDiamond
Carat (approx.)50 ct
ColorFancy Blue
Setting-
Era1989
RegionMiddle East

Reported. This is an editorial reference compiled from public sources — a record of notable jewels in history, not a statement of endorsement or of any association with Legacy. Source: primary reference. Last verified July 2026.

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Stone

Diamond

Color

Fancy Blue

Region

🕌Middle East

Era

Modern (1970–1999)
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