CNN: Rare $31.6 million 'Unique Pink' diamond sets new auction record

An extremely rare 15.38 carat pear-shaped pink diamond -- called the 'Unique Pink'

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(CNN)An extremely rare 15.38 carat pear-shaped pink diamond -- called the 'Unique Pink' -- sold for $31.6 million at Sotheby's in Geneva on Tuesday, making it the most expensive fancy vivid pink diamond ever to sell at auction.

The spectacular diamond, set in a simple ring, sold to an Asian private buyer who bid for the rare gem over the telephone. A Sotheby's spokesperson said they were not yet able to reveal the buyer's identity.
Source: http://edition.cnn.com/2016/05/17/luxury/pink-diamond-auction-record/