### [2026-05-13](/feed/2026/05/13/index.md)

##### Ocean Dream Diamond
# The Ocean Dream Diamond sells for US$17 million at a Christie's auction, setting a record price for a blue-green diamond sold at auction. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP via France 24](https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20260513-rare-ocean-dream-blue-green-diamond-sells-for-17-mn-at-auction)

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