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The Master of Light

With brushstrokes that seem light as a feather, Raja Ravi Varma captured the immutable, crystalline shimmer of diamonds in paintings that, even today, inspire.
By Divya Mishra

Men & Ornament: The Sarpech

The Sarpech, or turban ornament, has an inherently royal quality to it - owing to its history, and the pivotal role of natural diamonds in its evolution.
By Amrit Mohan

Diamond History: From Ancient Times to Modern Days

From formation to fine jewellery, natural diamonds have come a long way to become the heirloom you love today.
By Editorial Staff

The Briolette of India, a Diamond Known for Its Lustre and Legends Alike

From the hands of crusaders to the collections of connoisseurs, the Briolette Of India has had a storied life.
By Samira Sood
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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

From Partial to Paris: The Epic Story Of The Regent Diamond

The unsurpassable value and brilliance of this rare natural diamond has made it a treasure of the ages. This...
By Prasad Ramamurthy
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71.26 Carat Yellow Diamond Discovered in Canada is One of the Largest of its Kind

The diamond was found in an underground section of the Ekati mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories.
By Grant Mobley

The History of Natural Diamond Tennis Bracelets and 10 Must-Have Pieces

Find out how the diamond tennis bracelet got its sporty name and see the best renditions being made today.
By Marion Fasel

The Empire of Diamonds

By Divya Mishra

“The Lulo Rose” is the Largest Pink Diamond Discovered in Over 300 Years

By Grant Mobley

Books Inspired by Diamonds

By Sachin Garg
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The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee: The Story Behind the Coronation Diamond Jewels

By Jill Newman

From Golconda To France: The billion-year-old legend of the Hope Diamond

By Raj Aditya Chaudhuri

It’s Raining Diamonds on Saturn

By Dr. Abhijeet Borkar

Debswana 1,098-Carat Diamond Discovery Could Be 3rd Largest Ever

By Editorial Staff

The Diamond Capital of the Ancient World – Golconda

By Richa Goyal Sikri

From Golconda To Russia: The Legend of the Diamond with Two Names

By Raj Aditya Chaudhuri

From Golconda to Persia: The Legend of The Great Table Diamond

By Raj Aditya Chaudhuri

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

By Marion Fasel

Romantic and Historic: The Story of Princess Beatrice’s Diamond Wedding Tiara

By Marion Fasel
Lucy In the Sky-The Beatles continue to inspire culture across the arts & sciences.

Largest Diamond In The Universe

By Sreejita Biswas
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