The Aurora Collection returns to the Natural History Museum A
world-class collection of 296 naturally coloured diamonds has
been loaned to the Natural History Museum by diamond collectors
Alan Bronstein and Harry Rodman. The Aurora Collection comprises
267.45 carats of exceptionally rare stones, from the 12 colour
varieties, and reveals an enchanting spectrum from emerald green
to blood red. 'Gems like these were not meant to be imprisoned
in a dark vault for the momentary pleasure of a few eyes,' said
Alan Bronstein, co-owner of the Aurora Collection. 'The true
value of a collection is sharing it with as many people who are
interested to experience nature's diversity of expression. It's
thrilling to think that the collection will be seen by the 3.6
million visitors that come to the Natural History Museum each
year.' Coloured, so called 'fancy', diamonds have become more
desirable than ever. Coloured stones were recently worn by
actresses Halle Berry and Scarlett Johansson. Fancy diamonds are
very rare: only