8.98 carat Kashmir sapphire to star at April 30 NY jewellery auction

Valued at $250,000-300,000, the stunning item is already attracting major online bids

An 8.98 carat Kashmir sapphire is among the highlights of Heritage Auctions' jewellery sale that ends on April 30.

Valued at $250,000-300,000, it has already reached $200,000 in the early online bidding.

A 9.95 carat Columbian emerald is also set to star. It has an estimate of $100,000-$150,000.

Take a look at the other beauties you can get your hands on at the sale.

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