Sotheby’s says it will accept cryptocurrency for rare 101-carat diamond

While traditional money will be accepted, buyers will also be able to use cryptocurrencies Ether or Bitcoin

The world famous broker said it was the first time a stone of such value had been offered for purchase by cryptocurrency and hailed the move as a significant moment in the evolution of the market. 

Sotheby’s says it will accept cryptocurrency as payment for a rare 101-carat diamond expected to fetch up to 15 million dollars (€12.6 million).

The world famous broker said it was the first time a stone of such value had been offered for purchase by cryptocurrency and hailed the move as a “significant moment in the evolution” of the market.