The "Pink Star", a huge flawless pink diamond, was auctioned for $83 million in Geneva, a world record price for a gemstone, Sotheby's said.

The oval-shaped diamond, mounted on a ring, weighed in at 59.60 carats.

Sotheby's said it was still calculating the final price, which will include the buyer's premium.

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