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Diamonds As Big As Chanel

The ‘Gabrielle Chanel: Fashion Manifesto’ exhibit has opened at the V&A Museum
By Josie Goodbody

A Brief History of Natural Diamonds: From Formation to Today

From formation to fine jewelry, natural diamonds have come a long way to become the world's most valued heirloom.
By Grant Mobley

Everything You Need to Know About the Miss Universe Diamond Crowns

This year features yet another gorgeous natural diamond crown by Mouawad.
By Jane Asher
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The Dazzling History of Natural Diamond Engagement Rings

The storied style which started in the Renaissance era has continuously evolved over the years
By Marion Fasel

The 6 Most Notorious Cursed Diamonds

Every natural diamond has a deep and rich history, but some have more daunting pasts than the rest
By Jill Newman

Small Treasures: The History and Legacy of Indian Nose Piercings

Nose piercings transcend trends, always appropriate no matter the style, from natural diamonds to solid gold.
By Butool Jamal

A Diamond Heist and More Thrilling Diamond Moments from Cannes Film Festival

From Elizabeth Taylor's many diamonds to a flashy moment from Sharon Stone.
By Jane Asher and Grant Mobley
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An Exclusive Look at the “Cartier and Islamic Art” Exhibit at the Dallas Museum of Art

The exhibit features more than 400 historic items and exceptional diamond jewelry.
By Sam Broekema
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The Hope Diamond: The History and Science of the Priceless Blue Gemstone

By Dr. Sally Eaton-Magaña

The Story of Granny’s Chips, the Most Valuable Brooch in the World

By Grant Mobley

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

By Jill Newman
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Super Bowl Rings That Tell Stories with Diamonds

By Anthony DeMarco
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Diamond Hall of Fame: The Taylor-Burton Diamond

By Jill Newman
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The House Buccellati Built: High Jewelry Meets Italian Style

By Enrica Roddolo

Diamond Hall of Fame: The Graff Lesedi La Rona

By Jill Newman

Diamond Hall of Fame: The Sancy Diamond

By Jill Newman

The Okavango Blue Diamond Lands At The American Museum of Natural History

By Jane Asher

The Black Orlov: The Unbelievable Story of the Cursed Diamond

By Editorial Staff

How Marie Antoinette’s Jewelry and More French Royal Diamonds End Up on Auction

By Marion Fasel

Polki Diamond: The Oldest Diamond Cut is Everyone’s New Favorite

By Jill Newman
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Diamond Hall of Fame: The History of the Star of Africa

By Jill Newman

The Real Story Behind the Diamond Necklace that Helped Inspire Netflix’s ‘Lupin’

By Dan Koday
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Diamond Hall of Fame: The Koh-I-Noor Diamond

By Jill Newman

6 Must-See Diamond Jewelry Pieces in Chaumet’s New “Joséphine and Napoléon” Exhibition

By Stephanie Sporn

The Diamond Studded History of the Festival of Lights

By Kavita Kane

A Brief History of Diamond Tiaras Off and On the Red Carpet

By Marion Fasel
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