There are famous and storied diamonds, those with lore and romance attached. The Koh-i-Noor, at 105.6 carats, is part of the ...
It was found in South Africa in 1905 by Sir Thomas Cullinan. Koh-i-Noor, one of the most famous diamonds in the world, came from central southern India's Golconda mines. Weighing 105.6 carats ...
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They're the epitome of romance, glamour and status — but they also have a dark side. DW's Karin Helmstaedt explores the many ...
Researchers may have found the true origin of the Hope Diamond, the Koh-i-noor and other famous, flawless gemstones. These ...
The Queen Consort will be crowned with Queen Mary's Crown (pictured), avoiding the presence of the Koh-i-Noor The controversial Koh-i-Noor diamond will not be used in the coronation, says ...
Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the fifth sultan, established Hyderabad after Golconda became uninhabitable. He enlisted renowned ...
One of the largest diamonds in the world, the Koh-i-Noor was taken from India in the mid-19th century and eventually became part of the British Crown Jewels. India has repeatedly asked for the ...
Throughout history, Britain has reckoned with its imperial roots. The country is facing mounting pressure by other nations and activists to repatriate objects they allege were stolen by the ...
Speaking of treasure, one of the world’s most famous diamonds, the Koh-i-Noor, is part of the Crown Jewels collection housed at the Tower. Mined in India, it was handed to the British in 1849 ...
The Jewel House display will look at the origins of some of the precious objects for the first time, including the controversial Koh-i-noor diamond. It is the first major change to the display for ...
A massive white diamond was found recently in Botswana. Weighing over a pound, it is the largest diamond discovered in more than a century, and the second-largest ever found. It has made headlines ...