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The Hope Diamond, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.
Posted (cold_eye) in Travel Destinations, USA on April-3-2008

The Hope Diamond, Smithsonian InstitutionThe 45.5 carat Hope Diamond is an exquisite steely blue. Said to be stolen from a statue of an Indian goddes, it has passed through the hands of many owners, including King Louis XIV, Pierre Cartier, King George IV, and Harry Winston. Winston donated it to the Smithsonian, where it continues to dazzle.

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Nirdeshini on May 11th, 2009 at 6:34 am #

I love diamonds and its glitter. It is said that diamonds are womens’ best friend. They would be the first one to admire the beauty of such jewels. The hope diamond reminds me of the Kohinoor Diamond which is also from India and now owned by the Queen of England. Apart from the women loving diamond one fact also been established that India was known for its gems.

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