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The Star of the East

Pear Diamond 94.78ct — Famed D-color pear diamond that passed through Egyptian royal hands

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The Star of the East is associated, in the documented record, with a Pear Diamond of approximately 94.78 carats. Famed D-color pear diamond that passed through Egyptian royal hands (1951).

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What diamond or jewel is associated with The Star of the East?
The Star of the East is associated, in the documented record, with a Pear Diamond of approximately 94.78 carats. Famed D-color pear diamond that passed through Egyptian royal hands.
What cut and colour is The Star of the East's diamond?
It is a Pear cut.
What era and origin is it from?
It dates to 1951. Origin / association: Egypt.
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StoneDiamond
ShapePear
Carat (approx.)94.78 ct
Era1951
RegionEgypt

Documented. 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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◆Historic Stone

Stone

Diamond

Shape

Pear

Region

🌐Egypt

Era

Mid-Century (1940–1969)
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