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This superb natural rough diamond of Indian origin presents a particularly seductive combination of warm color, excellent transparency, and naturally strong crystallization. Its hue combines a deep golden brown with a clearly perceptible orange component; an appropriate descriptive designation would be Fancy Deep Orangy Brown, subject, of course, to an official lab classification. The stone possesses remarkable visual richness. Its natural crystalline surfaces, growth patterns, and the various reflecting planes intensely capture light and produce an alternation of white, golden, and orange reflections. This preserved architecture gives it the authentic and spectacular character sought in fine rough collectible diamonds. Technical characteristics - Stone: Natural rough diamond - Weight: 0.28 carat - Dimensions: 3.4 × 2.8 × 2.3 mm - Origin: India - Descriptive color: Fancy Deep Orangy Yellow - Claimed clarity: VVS - Condition: Natural rough, uncut - Appearance: Deep golden yellow with an orange component - Crystallization: Natural, complex and highly expressive - Quality: Premium selection - Naturalness: 100% natural A remarkable golden color with orange nuances Color immediately stands out as one of the specimen’s major attractions. Under light, the diamond develops a particularly warm palette, ranging from intense golden yellow to amber orange hues. Thickness variations and the orientation of the different crystalline planes naturally create areas of color that are more or less deep. The most reflective surfaces simultaneously produce powerful white flashes that contrast with the color of the crystal. The overall effect is a rich and changing aesthetic, especially interesting when the stone is rotated under a light source. A spectacular natural crystallization The interest of this diamond also lies in the remarkable preservation of its rough morphology. Numerous natural crystal planes, geometric reliefs, and growth figures are visible, including several particularly visible parallel structures. These characteristics create a complex, almost architectural surface, whose appearance changes significantly with the viewing angle. Unlike a faceted diamond, whose geometry results from human work, this specimen allows direct observation of an architecture shaped by its natural growth. Under magnification, this morphological richness becomes particularly fascinating. Quality VVS and beautiful transparency The announced VVS quality accompanies a very nice overall impression of transparency. Light passes through certain parts of the crystal with ease before being reflected by the multiple internal and external planes. This interaction yields remarkable brightness and particularly highlights the warm color of the diamond. The numerous flashes visible on the natural surfaces also attest to the exceptional reflective power inherent to diamond. A testimony to natural diamond growth Each relief on a rough diamond constitutes part of its story. Striations, surface variations, and different observable planes correspond to phenomena that occurred during the crystal’s formation and evolution in its geological environment. Their preservation gives the specimen a totally individual identity. It is precisely this natural crystallographic signature that makes the collectible-quality rough diamonds so interesting: no faceting erases their original morphology. India and the legendary history of the diamond India holds a fundamental place in the world history of diamonds. For centuries, before the discovery of the great Brazilian and then African deposits, the Indian subcontinent was the historical source of diamonds used by royal courts and major trade routes. Some of the most famous historic diamonds are associated with ancient Indian deposits, giving this origin a unique place in the history of gemology and jewelry. A rough diamond of Indian origin thus fits into a mining and gemological tradition several centuries old. A premium piece for a collector With its 0.28 carat weight, its announced VVS quality, its remarkable Fancy Deep Orangy Yellow color, and above all its particularly expressive crystallization morphology, this diamond makes a very beautiful collectible piece. It will particularly appeal to collectors seeking not only the gemstone’s preciousness but also its mineralogical character: a natural gem preserved in its rough state, directly revealing the beauty of its crystallization. A choice piece for a collection devoted to natural diamonds, colored diamonds, and high-quality rough crystals. General Terms of Sale – MineralsOpals: At MineralsOpals, your satisfaction is a top priority. All orders are handled with the utmost care, from stone selection to final shipment. - Shipping & timelines: Shipment within 1 to 3 business days maximum, usually the day after the order. Shipping Monday to Friday (excluding weekends and public holidays). Each package is sent via La Poste with a tracking number provided. Careful packing: each stone is individually protected, then placed in a rigid secure carton. - Warranty & customer service: 100% of shipments are guaranteed: in case of issue, we always find a solution. You buy with complete confidence: full refund, replacement, or a goodwill gesture in case of loss or proven problem. If you have a question, doubt, or a specific request, you can contact me at any time; I will gladly respond as soon as possible. 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