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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

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Japan Lifts Tsunami Warnings After Russia Quake

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Japan lifted tsunami warnings triggered by the 8.8 magnitude quake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. Over 2 million people were urged to evacuate across 21 prefectures. Minor waves up to 1.3 meters were recorded. Transport and postal services were disrupted as a precaution. Authorities still advise coastal residents to stay alert.

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