Chapter 349 What is the most precious
"Perfect! It's so perfect!"
"The color, clarity and texture are almost perfect."
"The most surprising thing is that this tear-like shape is actually formed naturally! I have been working in the industry for 40 years, and this is the first time I have seen it!"
The sixty-year-old professional jewelry appraiser put down his tools and stated his opinions incoherently. Behind him stood Lawrence Horton, the director of the auction house.
A transaction of this level is no longer something that a small manager like Ivan can afford.
Normally, as a jewelry practitioner, being so rude in front of customers would make it easier for the seller to raise the price, but neither the appraiser nor Mr. Horton could care about this.
Rare treasure! A rare treasure that is not inferior to any famous brand.
"I accidentally got this red diamond while traveling. How about it? Is it considered a jewelry worthy of His Highness?" He Chi nodded at the box in his hand.
"Of course, or maybe only Her Royal Highness the Princess can be worthy of such a famous product. Please be sure to let me auction it on your behalf. We promise to only charge half of the handling fee." Boss Lawrence Horton said anxiously.
He had a hunch that the exhibition might be a turning point in his life. If the royal family could really buy the jewelry they were promoting, then the reputation of the entire Hams Auction House would rise, and there would even be a chance to be promoted to the same level as Sotheby's. , industry giants like Christie’s.
How much money to make is no longer an issue for the director to consider. He is more afraid that the other party will change his mind and leave.
Under Director Holden's expectant gaze, the man opposite nodded.
A few days later, those large diamonds were cut and made into an extremely luxurious diamond necklace. The Tears of the Crimson Girl were too precious and the auction house would participate in the exhibition in the form of rough diamonds.
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At Windsor Castle, Elizabeth was sitting in her seat looking at the gift list. Since George VI's health began to decline last year, she has partially taken over her father's work.
The United States, France, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark... A total of eleven countries sent private delegations to attend her birthday ceremony, all in the name of participating in jewelry exhibitions.
But in fact these countries are not really here to celebrate her birthday.
Preparations for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization have reached the final stage. In order to avoid the eyes and ears of the Soviet Union, these countries are preparing to meet for the last time in the United Kingdom in the name of people-to-people exchanges.
In other words, her 23rd birthday was used as a shield for political transactions. Behind those smiling faces were all exchanges of interests.
No one really cares whether she is happy on her birthday. Perhaps this is the fate of the royal family, to be associated with politics throughout their lives.
A maid brought snacks and tea. After being prepared by a nutritionist, the fat and sugar content in them was strictly controlled. It was not unpalatable, but it was far from the taste she liked when she was a child.
Elizabeth, who was holding the biscuits, was in a daze. She began to miss that warm afternoon and her sister who had been away from home for half a year.
Margaret is missing, but the news from South Africa is that she is with that person, so there is no need to worry about her safety.
For some reason, her emotions were a bit complicated towards her sister who had moved away, and she even had jealousy hidden in a corner of her heart that she couldn't even feel.
"Your Highness, Mr. Phillips would like to have afternoon tea with you this afternoon." The head maid on the side bowed to her for instructions.
"Convey my gratitude to him, but I don't feel well today." After being pursued for many years, I could usually deal with Elizabeth, but today I suddenly didn't feel at all.
It's not the jewelry she wants...
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On the day of the exhibition, He Chi, who was dressed as Andy Iverson, put on a formal suit and came near the exhibition hall. As a distinguished guest of the exhibitor, he was invited to a social buffet dinner.
Looking at the "upper-class people" holding champagne and forming small circles, He Chi leaned in the corner and drank to himself without interest.
"Excuse me, is this Sir Andy Iverson?" A very pleasant female voice sounded in his ears. The Easterner looked back and found that the cross-dressed French girl in evening dress was standing behind her. "Christine? Why are you here? Where is Gemma?" He Chi remembered that the person in charge was not a French girl.
"I received a piece of information temporarily, and Gemma went to deal with it. How about it? Great adventurer, tell me the story of your adventure in Africa." Kristen asked playfully.
"It's my honor, ma'am, please." He Chi made a standard gentleman's gesture.
The two found a seat and sat close to each other, looking like a man and woman who looked at each other and were chatting about some private topics.
"The situation has changed a bit. The gem may not be so easy to get rid of this time." Christine whispered.
"What happened?"
"Look there." The French girl pointed at the display cabinet opposite with her slender fingers. There was a huge diamond that was completely yellow. Although it was not as good as Tears of the Crimson Girl in appearance, it was over a hundred carats in size. "If there is no accident, it should be It’s a Tiffany yellow diamond, the treasure of America’s leading jeweler.”
"Look again." A green gem lies on a velvet blanket in a glass cover in the distance. "The Mughal emerald was discovered in Colombia and is currently owned by a French company."
"The Graff Diamond, the world's largest pink diamond..."
"Blue Regent, produced in Sri Lanka, was brought to the exhibition by a famous Italian designer..."
Next, Christine revealed a few more names, all of which, without exception, are gems that are famous in the collecting world.
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"The quality of this exhibition is beyond our imagination. There are at least seven or eight gemstones of quality no less than what we have on hand. I don't understand why these good things suddenly come together."
"The value of diamonds mainly lies in their scarcity. With so many famous products on display at the same time, it is difficult for our diamonds to stand out and sell for the highest price."
"In this way..." He Chi thought for a moment, "Do you have any good suggestions?"
"Cancel this transaction and find another opportunity." Kristen said bluntly.
He Chi shook his head, "Funds are already very tight, so asking everyone to save money is not a good idea."
Then the Easterner pondered for a moment, and suddenly some past experiences were recalled in his mind.
He Chi grabbed the girl's hand and asked, "Xinil, whose vision can best explain the value of jewelry?"
"Um, appraiser? Top rich man? Artist?" The sudden question made the French girl confused.
"None of them." He Chi shook his finger to solve the mystery, "It's a thief."
"For example, there is an omnipotent thief who only steals the most precious things. With so many treasures here, he only focuses on a certain item. Does that mean that this item is the most valuable? Where is it?" He Chi explained earnestly and seductively.
"I seem to understand what you mean." Kristen nodded, "But there is no such a super thief in the world."
"Of course, isn't this right in front of your eyes?" He Chi nodded and smiled at the girl.
"Xinil, bring me the dress you made last time. Remember to ask for the white one..."
(End of chapter)