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This is the largest
black diamond of historical origin. The cutting and symmetry on this
stone is superb. Thanks to J. Dennis Petimezas, a former owner, in
assisting in answering some technical questions that allowed modeling.
The black color is
due to inclusions that I personally thought would have been finely
divided carbon. However, they are predominantly iron-based, such as free
iron, magnetite, and hematite. Diamonds with high enough concentrations
of these materials can actually be magnetic.
The Black Orlov, said to be cursed, spans
three centuries with an enigmatic history of international intrigue
captured in fact, legend, and folklore. More information can be found at
www.blackorlov.com.
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