Date:06/12/2008 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2008/12/06/stories/2008120650590100.htm

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A precious jewel under the hammer

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LONDON: The Wittelsbach Diamond, a 17th century 35.56 carat jewel valued at $13.1 million, is to be auctioned at Christie’s in London on December 10.