After years of limbo in L.A., 836-pound Bahia Emerald may return to Brazil

U.S. District Judge Reggie B. Walton's ruling concludes a contentious legal battle, affirming that the Bahia Emerald, a highly coveted gem, will return to Brazil.

This emerald, discovered in Brazil and weighing 180,000 carats, had been embroiled in ownership disputes for over a decade, encapsulating its complex legal saga.

The Bahia Emerald's journey includes surviving Hurricane Katrina and subsequent confiscation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, highlighting both its value and troubled path.

With an estimated worth of up to $925 million, the Bahia Emerald is considered one of the largest emeralds ever found, attracting numerous ownership claims.

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