LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL / AGILITYPR.NEWS / November 12, 2026 / ORIGIN De Beers Group and J.R. Dunn Jewelers to present a rare opportunity for consumers to experience one of Namibia’s most significant diamond discoveries of the past two decades. 

Owishi, the historic 176.29-carat rough diamond unveiled earlier this year by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, will make its U.S. debut on November 12 at an exclusive event hosted by J.R. Dunn Jewelers in collaboration with ORIGIN De Beers Group. The diamond's appearance marks the first opportunity for consumers in the United States to experience one of Namibia's most significant diamond discoveries in recent years. 

Discovered on May 10, 2026, at Namdeb's Southern Coastal Mine in Oranjemund, Namibia, Owishi is the largest diamond recovered from the operation in approximately 20 years. 

The diamond will serve as the centrepiece of Rare & Remarkable, an invitation-only event designed to immerse guests in the story of natural diamonds, from their formation deep within the Earth billions of years ago to their discovery, cutting and transformation into polished gems.  

Through a series of interactive experiences, guests will encounter a curated collection of rough diamonds, participate in expert-led presentations and witness live cutting demonstrations that showcase the skill, precision and craftsmanship involved in unlocking a diamond's beauty. Attendees will also have the rare opportunity to view and, subject to security protocols, hold and photograph Owishi, offering an appreciation of its scale and geological significance rarely available outside the industry.

The event reflects the mission of ORIGIN De Beers Group, the polished natural diamond program that enables consumers to explore the documented journey of eligible diamonds sourced by De Beers Group. Powered by Tracr, ORIGIN De Beers Group provides access to provenance information and storytelling that connects a diamond to its source and the communities linked to its journey. 

LYNN SERFATY, General Manager, Natural Diamonds said: " The Desert Diamonds campaign celebrates the unique origins of natural diamonds from the desert landscapes of Southern Africa and the communities connected to their journey. Owishi is a powerful expression of that story. Through ORIGIN De Beers Group, we are giving consumers greater visibility into where diamonds come from, while creating meaningful connections between a diamond's remarkable origin, its provenance and the people who bring it to the world."

J.R. Dunn Jewelers is one of the United States' leading independent luxury jewelers and was among the select North American retailers chosen to introduce ORIGIN De Beers Group following its launch in 2025.

SEAN DUNN, President of J.R. Dunn Jewelers, said: "Owishi represents the rarity, wonder and natural history that make diamonds unlike any other product on earth. We are honoured to host its first appearance in the United States and to give our guests the opportunity to experience a discovery of this significance firsthand." 

"Rare & Remarkable is about helping consumers understand the journey behind natural diamonds. From the moment a diamond is recovered to the expertise required to transform it into a polished gem, every diamond carries a story worth sharing." 

"Very few people will ever have the opportunity to hold a 176-carat rough diamond in their hands. We wanted to create an experience that combines that sense of wonder with a deeper appreciation of where natural diamonds come from and the craftsmanship behind them."

A Family Legacy with a Global Perspective

Founded in 1969 by Jim and Ann Marie Dunn, J.R. Dunn Jewelers is a second-generation, family-owned luxury jeweler with an approximately 14,000-square-foot flagship showroom in Lighthouse Point.

For Sean Dunn, a 2026 National Jeweler Retailer Hall of Fame inductee, Rare & Remarkable brings together his family’s legacy, international industry relationships and commitment to natural diamond education.

“My parents built this business on relationships, trust and the belief that jewelry should always carry meaning,” Dunn said. “Today, those relationships extend to people in diamond-producing countries around the world.”

“We have an opportunity to tell a much bigger story about natural diamonds—one that celebrates their extraordinary beauty while recognizing the people and communities connected to their journey. That’s the story I’m passionate about sharing.”

Rare & Remarkable will take place Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at J.R. Dunn Jewelers in Lighthouse Point, Florida.

The evening is invitation-only. Media interviews, photography and filming opportunities may be arranged in advance, subject to security and access approvals. Guest access to Owishi, including the opportunity to hold and photograph with the diamond, will be managed according to event security protocols.