Ancestral Wealth Inheritance System

Chapter 420: Chapter 420 Diamond Museum

The entire mining area had a spiral structure. Looking down from above made one’s hands and feet feel weak. It was said that flying over the mine was prohibited because of the intense convection caused by temperature differences, which could suck things in the sky into the mine hundreds of meters deep.

The work of mining diamonds was indeed quite complicated, but the Marquis family’s people were willing to spend money. Moreover, this museum was open to the public for a fee, making the mine a famous tourist attraction with many visitors every day.

Upon entering the interior of the mine through an elevator, it was revealed that the museum was carved out from the mountainside. Its designer was a master architect from Europe.

This Diamond Museum had four levels, classified according to different qualities. Of course, quality was not limited to the diamond’s grade; excellent cutting craftsmanship could also significantly enhance a diamond’s value.

The Marquis family paid a high price to invite a team from Belgium, the Diamond Country. Thanks to them, diamonds extracted here were immediately turned into the finest crafts. They could even cut dozens of facets on a 0.001-carat diamond, a feat of artistry!

The first level exhibited diamonds from 0.2 to 5 carats, the most in number, and were for sale with marked prices. Even the smallest diamonds, after such processing, were worth over 20,000 Huaxia currency.

The second level showcased 5 to 10 carat gems, also available for sale; however, they required buyers to name their price. Only reasonable offers would be considered. The diamonds here were worth tens of thousands of US Dollars.

Diamonds on the third level were beyond mere treasures. Each one over 10 carats was a rare gem, not for sale, exclusively used by the Fang Family when needed. Each diamond was worth at least several million US Dollars.

As for the fourth level, it was the museum’s most important area. Diamonds qualified to be displayed here weighed over 50 carats or possessed unique colors and purities.

The fourth level was not open to ordinary people even for viewing. To visit, one had to prove a wealth of over 50 million US Dollars or a significant status level. The diamonds on Fang Jueyu’s Sun God’s eagle were sourced from this place!

“Our museum may not be the largest diamond museum in the world, but the diamonds from the fourth level could be the crown jewels at any diamond museum worldwide!”

Listening to Monchi Marquis’s introduction, not only the girls but even the boys showed eager expressions. The implication was clear that no other diamond museum in the world was worth mentioning!

“We’re here!”

After passing through a long corridor, they reached the museum entrance. The museum’s doors were made of two heavy iron gates with an embossed eagle, whose eyes were adorned with two red gemstones and wings with countless small diamonds.

“This eagle’s wings are studded with 1,230 diamonds, valued at around 18 million US Dollars.”

“Are the eyes made of diamonds too?” Jiang Yi asked.

“Yes, lovely lady. These are extremely rare blood diamonds, which are the rarest among colored diamonds!” Monchi explained. “The largest blood diamond in the world currently weighs 5.11 carats.”

“Musaev!”

“Yes, this lady knows her stuff!” Monchi was a bit surprised Jiang Yi knew the name. “Although these two aren’t as large as ‘Musaev,’ they weigh over 3 carats and are valued at more than 20 million US Dollars.”

“Oh my, using 20 million US Dollars’ worth of diamonds just for a door? Aren’t you afraid they’ll get stolen?”

“Ha ha ha, you’re joking, sir. Our museum’s security is no less than any bank, watched 24/7 by a special team. And no one in Africa would dare eye the Marquis family’s possessions.” Monchi’s words carried immense confidence.

“Monchi, take us inside.”

“Certainly, Young Master, please follow me.” Monchi whispered something to the museum staff, and their eyes immediately filled with awe as they took several badges out from a cabinet.

“Young Master, the third and fourth levels of the museum have access controls, but these badges allow entry to any level.”

“Okay.” Fang Jueyu nodded and distributed the badges to them.

“Wow!” As soon as they walked into the first-level hall, the girls’ eyes sparkled. Under the spotlights, the nearly 1,000-square-meter floor glittered with diamonds.

Some diamonds were only cut, while others were made into necklaces, earrings, rings, and other jewelry. As for the prices, these professionally ambitious visitors could only look on in awe.

The first level had quite a few guests, and it seemed to be the only level where ordinary people could afford to shop. Many tourists picked out the diamond jewelry they wanted and lined up to pay.

“Tsk, tsk, tsk. If someone gave me a diamond this size, I’d definitely marry them,” Jiang Yi said with envy.

“That’s because you lack vision!” Wang Chao teased, “If you had secured Fang Jueyu back in high school, forget a few diamonds; the whole diamond mine would be yours!”

“Ha ha, crude words but makes sense. Even Zhang Meng sat behind Fang Jueyu, how come you never thought of it?” Shao Zhou joined in the teasing.

“You two deserve a beating!” The two girls playfully pounded the boys with their fists, as Zhang Shiyu laughed along.

“Let’s go see the lower levels!” Fang Jueyu, who had seen many diamonds over 30 carats, found little wonder in these. The lower levels held diamonds of true collectible value.

“Holy smokes, an 8-carat diamond ring! Wouldn’t wearing this just weigh your hand down… My goodness, it must be at least a million US Dollars; even selling me wouldn’t cover it!”

“Sir, this ring is estimated at approximately 2.1 million US Dollars!”

“Uh… sorry for interrupting!”

“Oh boy, a 10-carat diamond earring. I wouldn’t dare wear this out!”

“Miss, these earrings have been reserved by a princess from the neighboring kingdom for 2.7 million US Dollars.”

“Heh, I’m just looking, just looking. I wasn’t planning to buy!”

“Oh my God, a blue diamond! Isn’t this the same color as the Ocean Star from ‘Titanic’?”

“Yes, sir. Although not as precious as the Ocean Star, this is the most valuable diamond necklace on this level. This blue diamond weighs 9.98 carats and was hand-carved by Mr. Bweisel from Belgium, estimated at 21 million British Pounds.”

“I’m… too poor…”

“Sir, these are only second-level exhibits. Despite their high value, they’re still purchasable. From the third level onwards, money alone may not be enough to buy!”

“I must be crazy, letting Fang Jueyu, that scoundrel, bring us to such a place!”

“I think the same way…”