July14,2024
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Perhaps the most famous diamond in history, the Koh-i-Noor was originally part of the Mughal Peacock Throne and has been worn by several Indian rulers.
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Discovered in India and named after Shah Jahan, the Great Mogul Diamond was a massive gem weighing around 280 carats before it was lost.
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This enormous diamond, weighing approximately 340 carats, was part of the Nizam of Hyderabad's collection and has a storied history.
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One of the largest pink diamonds in the world, weighing around 182 carats, it was owned by various Indian monarchs before being taken to Persia.
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Originally found in India, this 140-carat diamond was once part of the British and French crowns, but it was also worn by Indian royalty.
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Though now famous for its supposed curse, the Hope Diamond was initially mined in India and worn by Indian royalty before making its way to Europe.
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This 189-carat diamond is said to have been part of a Hindu temple idol before being acquired by a Russian count, but it was first adorned by Indian rulers.
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A stunning pink diamond weighing around 60 carats, it was worn by Mughal emperors before being taken to Iran.
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Weighing 184.5 carats, this diamond was owned by the Nizams of Hyderabad and is one of the largest in the world, often used as a paperweight by the Nizam.
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