Zimbabwe: Antwerp Auction Set to Open Floodgates for Zim Diamonds

30 December 2013

Zimbabwe's successful diamond auction in Antwerp, Belgium, a fortnight ago could open floodgates of African gems to go under the hammer at the international auction.

The country's first sale of diamonds from Marange on the international scene attracted an overwhelming response, achieving total sales of almost US$10,5 million after 279 723 carats were auctioned in a trial tender.

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