Who sold the Taylor Burton diamond in 1979?

In 1979, the Taylor-Burton diamond was sold by actor Richard Burton, who had originally purchased it for Elizabeth Taylor in 1969. After their marriage ended, Burton decided to sell the diamond at auction, and it was sold for approximately $3 million. The diamond, a 69.42-carat pear-shaped stone, became famous not only for its size but also for its association with the iconic couple.