| Weight | 726 carats (145.2 g) |
|---|---|
| Color | D-flawless |
| Country of origin | South Africa |
| Mine of origin | Elandsfontein |
| Discovered | 17 January 1934 |
| Cut by | Lazare Kaplan |
| Original owner | Ernest Oppenheimer |
| Owner | Anonymous |
| Estimated value | $2.25M+ |
The Jonker diamond was found at the Elandsfontein mine in South Africa by Johannes Jacobus Jonker on 17 January 1934.[1] The diamond was 726 carats, which at the time was the fourth largest uncut gem ever found.[2]