How big are some of the worlds largest diamonds?
Buyers, professional diamond cutters and polishers, too, are wizards of their trade. Consider the world renowned Hope Diamond. It surfaced in 1905 and now is residing within the Smithsonian Institution. Its dark, grayish blue color is hypnotic. It is said to carry a curse, for legend avows it was stolen from an Indian temple. It weighs in at more than 45 caratsa beauty indeed. The world’s largest diamond is said to be the Cullinan Diamond, which weighed in at more than 3,100 carats in its original, rough form. It yielded more than 100 smaller stones. The Star of Africa at 530-plus carats and the Lesser Star of Africa at 317-plus carats are its offspring. They grace the British Crown Jewels. Check on the latest fashion trends before donning similar bling.
