Taylor–Burton Diamond
| Weight | 68 carats (13.6 g) |
|---|---|
| Cut | Pear |
| Country of origin | South Africa |
| Mine of origin | Premier Diamond Mine |
| Discovered | 1966 |
| Cut by | Harry Winston |
| Original owner | Harriet Annenberg Ames (1967–1969) Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton (1969–1975) Elizabeth Taylor (1975–1979) Harry Lambert (1979) |
| Owner | Robert Mouawad (1979–present) |
The Taylor–Burton Diamond, a diamond weighing 68 carats (13.6 g), became famous in 1969 when it was purchased by actors Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Burton had previously been the underbidder when jeweller Cartier bought the diamond at auction for $1,050,000, setting a record price for a publicly sold jewel. Thousands of people in New York and Chicago queued to see the diamond after its 1969 sale. It was subsequently worn by Taylor at Princess Grace of Monaco's 40th birthday, and at the 42nd Academy Awards.