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𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 The Jwaneng 28.88 — an exceptional 28.88 carat diamond from the legendary Jwaneng Mine — was sold at Sotheby’s latest auction in Hong Kong this week for more than US$2.6 million, celebrating the very best of natural diamond rarity and provenance.   Unearthed in Botswana from a 114.83‑carat rough stone, this internally flawless, D‑colour, Type IIa round brilliant diamond stands as a testament to time, origin and nature’s artistry.   Shaped over months of meticulous study and planning by De Beers Group’s master specialists, the diamond we see today reflects extraordinary craftsmanship and a deep respect for the original stone.   From “a place of small stones” to a moment of global significance, diamonds such as this continue to inspire fascination while supporting livelihoods and delivering enduring value to the places they come from