A singular yellow stone
The Tiffany Diamond was cut from a 287.42-carat rough stone to a 128.54-carat cushion-shape brilliant. Tiffany’s account places its discovery in South Africa in 1877 and the company’s acquisition a year later.
Beauty over weight
The transformation from rough to polished diamond is part of its appeal. A large amount of material was removed in pursuit of the final jewel’s appearance. It offers a memorable example of craftsmanship shaping a natural discovery.
An icon, not a listing
The photograph here records an earlier display setting; it is not a statement about the diamond’s current presentation. We provide no auction price or speculative valuation. This story celebrates a historic jewel, and does not indicate an affiliation with Tiffany & Co.
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