THE REGENT- Another of the big diamonds found in India in 1701, weighing 401 carats in original rough state. With time this beautiful diamond came to possession of British Prime Minister where was cut to brilliant of 140,50 carats and then sold in France in the time of Louis XV where it got its name since was put in to the crown of Louis XV during his coronation. Even Great Napoleon once possessed it and currently this fine diamond has its residence in Louvre.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
The most famous diamonds in the world
THE REGENT- Another of the big diamonds found in India in 1701, weighing 401 carats in original rough state. With time this beautiful diamond came to possession of British Prime Minister where was cut to brilliant of 140,50 carats and then sold in France in the time of Louis XV where it got its name since was put in to the crown of Louis XV during his coronation. Even Great Napoleon once possessed it and currently this fine diamond has its residence in Louvre.
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