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The World’s Most Famous Fancy Stones in Every Diamond Color

Discover the world’s most iconic natural colored diamonds—from the legendary Hope Diamond to the rarest red and pink stones ever found. The diamond color of these vibrant, billion-year-old treasures combine unmatched rarity, value, and history, making them some of the most celebrated and valuable gems on Earth.

By Grant Mobley

Diamond Hall of Fame:
The Graff Lesedi La Rona

Laurence Graff made history with the record-breaking Lesedi La Rona diamond.

By Jill Newman

You’ve Never Seen Cartier Like This: 350 Rare Jewels Unveiled in London

A not-to-be-missed exhibition of Cartier's iconic history is taking place at London's V&A Museum.

By Sam Broekema

The Moon of Baroda: A Storied Diamond with a Dark Side

Little known diamond worn by "royalty" on three different continents that inspired an iconic tune and performance.

By Benjamin G. Guttery

The Okavango Blue Diamond: Botswana’s Dazzling National Treasure

The largest blue diamond of its kind is both a scientific marvel and a symbol of progress.

By Shelley Brown

The 3 Rare Diamonds That Stopped Gem Experts in Their Tracks

Historic Diamonds I June 6, 2025 The 3 Rare Diamonds That Stopped Gem Experts in Their Tracks The Cullinan...

By Grant Mobley

The Sancy Diamond

Diamond Hall of Fame:
The Sancy Diamond

The Sancy Diamond was owned by kings and queens, stolen, pawned, and even swallowed by a loyal servant.

By Jill Newman

The 6 Most Notorious Cursed Diamonds

Every natural diamond has a deep and rich history, but some have more daunting, cursed pasts than the rest.

By Jill Newman

elizabeth taylor burton diamond necklace

Diamond Hall of Fame:
The Taylor-Burton Diamond

By Jill Newman

pink star diamond

Diamond Hall of Fame:
The CTF Pink Star Diamond

By Jill Newman

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The Hope Diamond: The Cursed History and Science of the Priceless Blue Gemstone

By Dr. Sally Eaton-Magaña

The Golconda Princie Diamond

Golconda Diamonds:
The Magic and Myth

By Jill Newman

A Travel Guide to the World’s Most Famous Natural Diamonds

By Jill Newman

A Look at the Most Valuable Bulgari Gem Ever Sold

By Grant Mobley

The Princie Diamond: The History and Legal Battle Surrounding the Infamous Pink Stone

By Jill Newman

Tiffany & Co. Unveils Its Most Expensive Diamond Jewel Ever

By Editorial Staff

The Black Orlov: The Unbelievable Story of the Cursed Diamond

By Editorial Staff

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Diamond Hall of Fame:
The History of the Star of Africa

By Jill Newman

koh-i-noor diamondin the queen mother's crown

Diamond Hall of Fame:
The Koh-I-Noor Diamond

By Jill Newman

The Asscher Family: In Pursuit of the Perfect Diamond

By Jill Newman

From “Krupp Diamond” to “Elizabeth Taylor Diamond”

By Benjamin G. Guttery

Cardinal Mazarin's Le Grand Mazarin diamond sold at the 2017 Christie's Magnificent Jewels auction in Geneva

Le Grand Mazarin Diamond: The History of One of the Most Famous French Crown Jewels

By Editorial Staff

Feeling “Fancy?” Get to Know the True Colors of These Historic Diamonds

By Benjamin G. Guttery

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Natural Diamonds and Synthetics

Natural Diamonds & Synthetics

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Engagement Rings

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Natural Diamonds vs Lab Grown Diamonds

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