40.02ct Fancy Intense VVS2 GIA Diamond Ring 5cts of .25 D and E color and VVS1 round diamonds Start Price USD 3,900,000.00 Current Price USD 3,900,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 4,000,000.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, July 01, 2008 End Time Tuesday, July 08, 2008 Location Scottsdale, Arizona See more about '40.02ct Fancy Intense VVS2 GIA Diamond Ring' Description On January 7th, 2008,  the House of Louis XV acquired what is arguably the pre-eminent yellow diamond in the world today, the 'Golden Grail Diamond'. What makes the 'Golden Grail Diamond' so extraordinary and rare is its unmatched size, color and clarity. When weighing all these critical measures, the Grail is peerless. Furthermore, unlike many other famous yellow diamonds, the Golden Grail is certified by the world's foremost authority, the Gemological Institute of America.   The GIA certifies the Golden Grail as a 40.02 carat Natural Fancy Intense Yellow with a VVS2 clarity. There are larger yellow diamonds. The Moana Diamond for example is the largest Fancy Intense Yellow ever certified by the GIA but is does not have high clarity of the Grail. The Sancy Diamond in the Tower of London is larger but it is a light yellow with poor clarity. Also the famous Tiffany Yellow is larger but it is reported as only a VS clarity with undesirable brown undertones. To find another famous yellow diamond to rival the Grail's quality, one must cite the Peacock diamond which is is only 20 carats, half the Grails size.   The size, color and clarity are not the only distinguishing factors concerning the rarity of the Golden Grail. The Grail is also completely devoid of any fluorescence.  Flouresence is common in diamonds and interferes with the flow of light making the diamond appear a little oily or murky. The Grail's complete lack of flouresence gives it what has been described as a supernatural appearance because of it incomparable brilliance.  All these factors make the Golden Grail Diamond the standard by which other famous yellow diamonds will be judged by.  Louis XV Jewelers has the Golden Grail on display at their salon located in Phoenix. It is now part of their already well regarded collection of world famous gems. This is the first time this important diamond has been on display to the general public.   The House of Louis XVJewelers of Distinction        Founded in the tradition of  Cartier, Faberge and Tiffany, we are part of thisinner sanctum of Jewelry Royalty. Our name can be found regularly in the pages of Town and Country, Vanity Fair, Vogue and a myriad of other trend settingpublications.        The astonishing size of our gems (some exceeding 100 carats) is ourinternational hallmark. The Louis XV 'World Famous Gem Collection' securesour global prominence in this arena. Our exclusive Scottsdale Salon contains inexcess of 100,000 carats of fine gems.        Nationally, Louis XV has distinguished ourselves from the other elite jewelersby popularizing the concept of 'Obtainable Extravagance.'  We are purveyorsof important jewelry, aggressively priced. We employ our vast resources fordirect mine acquisition. Obtainable Extravagance illustrates our passion toshare these exquisite treasures. Every woman desires the Louis XV lifestyle. Wehave taken an oath to deliver it.        Our exclusive Scottsdale salon bears the title, 'World's Most RomanticJewelry Store.'        Purchasing or receiving a gift of Louis XV jewelry makes a statement. It statesquality, originality, opulence and luxury.  Sharing a Louis XV masterpieceassures that your gift will become more precious with time.        And now we are the first national prestige jeweler to go ebay direct. Everypurchase is delivered in the same opulent blue and gold box and blue velvet bagthat our Scottsdale Salon uses. The boxes alone can sell for as much as $100 onebay. Place a Bid!