Largest Ruby ‘Fura Star’ Fetches Record-Breaking $34.8 Million at New York Auction

The remarkable “Fura Star,” a 55.22-carat ruby discovered in a Mozambique mine operated by Dubai-based company Fura, captivated buyers at Sotheby’s Auction House in New York. With a starting price of $21 million, the dazzling gem achieved a staggering record sale of $34.8 million, making it the most valuable ruby ever sold at auction. Sotheby’s described the gem as a truly unique and extraordinary find. Another highlight of the auction was the sale of “The Eternal Pink,” a vibrant 10.57-carat purple-pink diamond mined in Botswana. Also reaching a record-breaking price of $34.8 million, the diamond set a new benchmark within its color category