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101.

73 carats D colour Flawless clarity

283 A SPECTACULAR AND HIGHLY IMPORTANT DIAMOND


The pear-shaped diamond weighing approximately 101.73 carats, in black leather tted case and box Accompanied by report no. 17209248 dated 30 January 2013 from the GIA Gemological Institute of America stating that the diamond is D colour, Flawless clarity, with Excellent Polish and Excellent Symmetry; and a Diamond Type Classication letter indicating that the diamond is Type IIa

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PRESS RELEASE | GENEVA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | 13 March 2013

ABSOLUTE PERFECTION...
The LARGEST D colour FLAWLESS Diamond ever to be offered for sale at Auction AT CHRISTIES GENEVA ON 15 MAY 2013

101.73 carats

Estimate on request Geneva / London - On 15 May 2013 Christies will have the privilege of presenting at auction in Geneva an extraordinary pear-shaped perfect diamond weighing 101.73 carats. Offered for sale for the very first time, this sensational gemstone is not only one of the largest pear-shaped diamonds known to date, it is also one of the worlds most perfect diamonds: a D colour, Type IIA Flawless gem. (estimate on request; illustrated above). Rahul Kadakia, Head of Jewellery, Christie's Switzerland and Americas: Just as a great artist is able to see a masterpiece in a block of marble, a perfect diamond is the result of the skill and vision of a master cutter who is able to uncover beauty from a rough gem. On 15 May, Christie's Geneva will offer for sale this wonderful pear-shaped diamond of 101.73 carats, which has literally been sculpted like a work of art. This diamond is in its scale, quality, and rarity one of the most beautiful white diamonds Christies has ever had the honour of offering for sale.

ABSOLUTE PERFECTION
Meeting every criteria of perfection, the diamond on offer at Christie's Geneva May auction of Magnificent Jewels has been graded by the Gemological Institute of America with the best colour, D, and the best clarity, Flawless. Its absolute symmetry is a tour-de-force, demonstrating the exceptional skills needed to achieve such a perfect gem. It also benefits from rare brilliance and inner limpidity that is only to be found in the chemically pure Type IIA diamonds, which account for less than 2% of the worlds diamond production.

FROM ROUGH STONE TO PERFECT GEMSTONE

THE ROUGH DIAMOND OF 236 CARATS WAS FOUND AT THE JWANENG MINE IN BOTSWANA AND TOOK 21 MONTHS TO POLISH
Out of a total annual worldwide diamond production in excess of 100 million carats, the Gemological Institute of America estimates there are no more than 600 diamond crystals that finish as polished stones between one and two carats and that are D color, flawless clarity. Above ten carats this figure decreases dramatically, at 101.73 carats it is not only an exceptional rarity but a grand event in the world of gems and jewellery.

ESTABLISHING A NEW LEGACY AT CHRISTIE'S


The successful buyer of this 101.73 carat superb gemstone will have the privilege of establishing his or her own legacy by endowing this extraordinary diamond with a name, after which the stone will join the ranks of the worlds most illustrious and famous diamonds opening a new chapter in jewellery history.

Notes to Editors:

THE WORLDS FINEST DIAMONDS


The worlds most famous pear-shaped diamond is the Cullinan I, a colourless, Type IIA stone of 530.20 carats, which forms part of the British Crown Jewels. This is also the largest colourless diamond known. During the past years, some of the worlds finest gemstones have experienced a surge in demand at auction. Christies holds multiple world auction records for the most valuable colourless diamonds. - The current auction record for a colourless diamond was set by the historical 76.02 carats cushion-shaped Archduke Joseph Diamond when it sold for US$21.5 million at Christies Geneva in November 2012. - In May 2011, a perfectly symmetrical 56 carat heart-shaped diamond, sold for more than $10.9 million becoming the most valuable heart-shaped diamond ever sold at auction. - In December 2011, Christies New York sold the spectacular D-color, 33.19 carat Elizabeth Taylor Diamond ring that the star wore virtually every day since receiving it as a gift from Richard Burton in 1968. This extraordinary jewel fetched US$8.8 million.

TOP 5 COLOURLESS DIAMONDS SOLD AT CHRISTIES AUCTIONS


1 Description The Archduke Joseph Diamond A cushion-shaped D colour, internally flawless Golconda diamond of 76.02 carats
WORLD AUCTION RECORDFOR A COLOURLESS DIAMOND

Saleroom / Date Christies Geneva 13 November 2012 Christies Geneva 18 May 2011

Price Realised SFr.20,355,000 US$21,474,525 ($280,000 per ct)

2 3 4 5

A heart-shaped D colour, internally flawless diamond of 56.15 carats

WORLD AUCTION RECORD FOR A HEART-SHAPED DIAMOND

A pear-shaped D colour, internally flawless diamond pendant of 50.52 carats The Elizabeth Taylor Diamond A rectangular-cut D, VS1, potentially flawless, diamond ring of 33.19 carats A rectangular-cut D, VVS2, potentially flawless, diamond ring of 50.01 carats, by Graff

SFr.9,619,000 US$10,946,422 ($195,000 per ct) Christies New York US$9,490,500 16 October 2012 ($188,000 per ct) Christies New York US$8,818,500 13 December 2011 ($265,697 per ct) Christies New York US$8,370,500 10 December 2012 ($167,400 per ct)

GENEVA MAGNIFICENT JEWELS


Auction: Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, 33 quai des Bergues - Geneva Wednesday 15 May 2013 Viewing: Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, 33 quai des Bergues - Geneva Friday 10 May 10am 6pm Saturday 11 May 10am 6pm Sunday 12 May 10am 7pm Monday 13 May 10am 6pm Tuesday 14 May 10am 6pm Wednesday 15 May 10am 1pm International Tour: New York Christies New York, 20 Rockefeller Plaza - New York, NY 10020 Saturday 13 April 10am 6pm Sunday 14 April 10am 6pm Monday 16 April 10am 5pm Hong Kong Christie's Hong Kong, 22nd Floor, Alexandra House, 18 Chater Road - Hong Kong Friday 26 April 10am 6pm Saturday 27 April 10am 5.30pm PRESS CONTACT: Cristiano De Lorenzo | +44 207 389 2283 | cdelorenzo@christies.com

To view a video of the diamond in more detail click here. About Christies
Christies, the world's leading art business, had global auction and private sales in 2012 that totaled 3.92 billion/$6.27 billion. Christies is a name and place that speaks of extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Founded in 1766 by James Christie, Christie's has since conducted the greatest and most celebrated auctions through the centuries providing a popular showcase for the unique and the beautiful. Christies offers over 450 auctions annually in over 80 categories, including all areas of fine and decorative arts, jewellery, photographs, collectibles, wine, and more. Prices range from $200 to over $100 million. Christie's also has a long and successful history conducting private sales for its clients in all categories, with emphasis on PostWar and Contemporary, Impressionist and Modern, Old Masters and Jewellery.Private sales totaled 631.3 million/$1 billion in 2012, an increase of 26% on the same period last year. Christies has a global presence with 53 offices in 32 countries and 10 salerooms around the world including in London, New York, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zrich, and Hong Kong. More recently, Christies has led in growth markets such as Russia, China, India and the Middle East, with successful sales, exhibitions and initiatives in Moscow, Baku, Beijing, Mumbai, Delhi, Jeddah, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Dubai.

*Estimates do not include buyers premium. Sales totals are hammer price plus buyers premium and do not reflect costs, fi nancing fees
or application of buyers or sellers credits.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 15 May 2013

CHRISTIES GENEVA MAY SALE OF MAGNIFICENT JEWELS US$102.1 Million / SFr.98.8 Million THE HIGHEST RESULT EVER FOR
TOTALS

A VARIOUS-OWNER JEWELLERY AUCTION AT CHRISTIES WORLD AUCTION RECORD FOR A COLOURLESS DIAMOND 101.73 carat diamond fetches US$26.7 M / SFr.25.8 M
Named WINSTON LEGACY Tonight, after its new owner

Record Prices set for Diamonds, Pearls and Sapphires

Franois Curiel, International Head of the Christie's Jewellery Department, selling the 101.73 ct. record-breaking WINSTON LEGACY

Geneva - On 15 May 2013, Christie's Geneva auction of Magnificent Jewels realised a total of SFr.98,877,813 / US$102,140,780 / 79,102,250, selling 86% by lot and 93% by value, the highest result ever for a various-owner jewellery auction at Christies. The top lot of the sale was an exceptional pear-shaped D colour, Flawless diamond of 101.73 carats which sold for SFr.25,883,750 / US$26,737,913 / 20,707,000 (US$254,400 per carat), setting a new world record at auction for a colourless diamond.

Overall 20 lots sold above $1 million with 147 buyers coming from 31 countries across 5 continents.

Rahul Kadakia, Head of Jewellery, Christie's Switzerland and Americas, declared: Harry Winston acquired the most perfect diamond ever offered for sale at auction, Winston Legacy, continuing the tradition of buying and selling only the very best, a trait of the founder Mr. Winston himself. World record prices were set for diamonds, pearls and sapphires, thereby firmly establishing the international appetite for the most beautiful gems and jewels in a record-breaking $102 million auction at Christie's Geneva. Notes to Editors:
Lot 247 THE STAR OF KASHMIR A cushion-shaped Kashmir sapphire of 19.88 carats Estimate: SFr.2,400,000-2,900,000 Sold: SFr.3,371,750 / US$3,483,017 / 2,697,400 (US$175,202 per carat) WORLD AUCTION RECORD PER CARAT FOR A SAPPHIRE

RECORD PRICES:

Lot 282 A MAGNIFICENT SINGLE-STRAND NATURAL PEARL NECKLACE MEASURING FROM 13.7 TO 10.4 MM Estimate: SFr.1,900,000 - 2,900,000 Sold: SFr.8,187,750 / US$8,457,945 / 6,550,200 WORLD AUCTION RECORD FOR A SINGLE STRAND NATURAL PEARL NECKLACE Lot 283 WINSTON LEGACY A pear-shaped D colour, Flawless diamond of 101.73 carats Sold: SFr.25,883,750 / $26,737,913 / 20,707,000 ($254,400 per carat) WORLD AUCTION RECORD PRICE FOR A COLOURLESS DIAMOND Lot 287 A PAIR OF DROP-SHAPED NATURAL PEARL EAR-PENDANTS OF 261.66 AND 216.37 GRAINS Estimate: SFr.1,200,000 - 2,400,000 Sold: SFr.2,363,750 / US$2,441,753 / 1,891,000 WORLD AUCTION RECORD FOR A PAIR OF PEARL EAR-PENDANTS Lot 301 A FANCY RED, VS2 DIAMOND RING OF 1.92 CTS Estimate: SFr.1,900,000 - 2,900,000 Sold: SFr.3,147,750 / US$3,251,625 / 2,518,200 (US$1,633,000 per carat) WORLD AUCTION RECORD PRICE FOR A RED DIAMOND
PRESS CONTACT: Cristiano De Lorenzo | +44 7500 815 344 | cdelorenzo@christies.com About Christies

Christies, the world's leading art business, had global auction and private sales in 2012 that totalled 3.92 billion/$6.27 billion. Christies is a name and place that speaks of extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Founded in 1766 by James Christie, Christie's has since conducted the greatest and most celebrated auctions through the centuries providing a popular showcase for the unique and the beautiful. Christies offers over 450 auctions annually in over 80 categories, including all areas of fine and decorative arts, jewellery, photographs, collectibles, wine, and more. Prices range from $200 to over $100 million. Christie's also has a long and successful history conducting private sales for its clients in all categories, with emphasis on Post-War and Contemporary, Impressionist and Modern, Old Masters and Jewellery. Private sales totaled 631.3 million/$1 billion in 2012, an increase of 26% on the same period last year. Christies has a global presence with 53 offices in 32 countries and 10 salerooms around the world including in London, New Y ork, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zrich, and Hong Kong. More recently, Christies has led in growth markets s uch as Russia, China, India and the Middle East, with successful sales, exhibitions and initiatives in Moscow, Baku, Beijing, Mumbai, Delhi, Jeddah, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Dubai. *Estimates do not include buyers premium. Sales totals are hammer price plus buyers premium and do not reflect costs, financing fees or application of buyers or sellers credits.

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