Wait, there’s more. There’s also a purple-red diamond called the Argyle Violet. It was found in the Argyle mine in Australia—the only place that produces these red beauties.
The Argyle mine closed in 2026. That means no more red diamonds are coming out of there. Ever. So the ones we have are it. The end.
4 Rare Natural Diamonds with Extraordinary Histories
They auctioned the Argyle Violet off for around $4 million. And it’s only 2.83 carats. That’s like paying for a mansion for a piece of candy.
Why We’re Obsessed (It’s Not Just the Price)
Let’s be honest: Most diamonds are a bit boring. They’re clear, they sparkle, and yes, they’re pretty. But red diamonds are weird. They break the rules.
They look like a stop sign. Or a drop of blood frozen in time. They don’t even look like diamonds—they look like something from a fantasy novel.
And the legend? In ancient India, red diamonds were called “blood diamonds” and were believed to protect the wearer from evil. I bet they also protected you from having any money left in your wallet.
