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Cardinal Mazarin's Le Grand Mazarin diamond sold at the 2017 Christie's Magnificent Jewels auction in Geneva The Untold Story of Le Grand Mazarin Diamond, France’s Legendary Crown Jewel The epic fate of an heirloom diamond like no other, Le Grand Mazarin. Bequeathed to Louis XIV by his minister, Cardinal Mazarin, it was set on each crown of France until the last French Emperor.
The Wittelsbach- Graff Diamond: A cushion-shaped, 35.56-carat, fancy deep greyish-blue diamond, sold for $24.3 million at Christie’s London on December 10, 2008 to Laurence Graff and renamed the Wittelsbach-Graff. (Courtesy of Christie's) The Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond: The Journey of a Blue Legend A 400-year journey from India’s diamond mines to royal courts, the iconic blue Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond has a history of record-breaking sales and controversy.
Bird Jewelry The Tiffany Diamond, Set in the Bird on a Rock Setting. (Courtesy of Tiffany & Co.) A Comprehensive History of Legendary Jewelry House, Tiffany & Co.  Take a look back on the craftsmanship, artistry, and sparkling history that makes Tiffany and Co. as enduring a jeweler as there ever was. 
Napoleon's Diamond brooch will be up for auction at Sotheby's Royal & Noble Jewels Sale With an Estimate $150,000 – $250,000. Napoleon’s Diamond Brooch Sold for $4.4 Million at Auction Napoleon Bonaparte’s diamond brooch, seized after his defeat at the Battle of Waterloo, is set to headline Sotheby’s Royal & Noble Jewels Sale in Geneva this November.

Diamond Hall of Fame:
The Graff Lesedi La Rona

 Laurence Graff made history with the record-breaking Lesedi La Rona diamond.
Sotheby’s Geneva Brings Legendary Provenance and Record-Breaking Diamonds to Auction Sotheby’s Geneva unveils a breathtaking lineup of legendary jewels — from a $20 million pink diamond and Napoleon’s lost brooch to royal tiaras and Art Deco treasures.
A Travel Guide to the World’s Most Famous Natural Diamonds Put these epic diamonds on your itinerary.
Mellerio Plume de Paon Mellerio: The Oldest Jeweler in the World The true greatness of French luxury can be found behind the walls of this intimate two- centuries-old boutique.
Napoleon The Regent Diamond: A Thrilling Tale of Royalty and Revolution Discover the riveting journey of the Regent Diamond: a story of intrigue and royalty.
The Excelsior Diamond: The Greatest Diamond the World Forgot Once the largest diamond ever discovered, the Excelsior diamond should have been a legend, but a controversial decision shattered its legacy and left it largely forgotten.
pumpkin diamond The Pumpkin Diamond: The Most Famous Orange Diamond in the World Pumpkin Spice Latte lovers, we've found the perfect diamonds for you.
Royal Splendor: The History Behind King Charles III’s Coronation Jewels A breakdown of each Crown Jewel being brought out for the Coronation.

The Goldberg Way: The Legacy of William Goldberg

 A new book details how the man, the myth, and the legend, William Goldberg got his own stretch of Midtown Manhattan and his legacy.
Scottish Crown Jewels The Dramatic 500-Year History of the Scottish Crown Jewels A turbulent tale of one of the oldest crowns in the United Kingdom.
Buccellati Mosaic diamond jewellery The House Buccellati Built: High Jewelry Meets Italian Style Buccellati is an Italian jewelry house known for style and craftsmanship.
argyle diamond Rio Tinto’s Final Tender Brings the End of an Era in Argyle Diamonds With Argyle pinks, reds, and violets gone forever and Diavik's whites and yellows nearing their end, Rio Tinto's last Beyond Rare™ Tender marks a turning point in diamond history.
Vanderbilt jewelry Gladys Vanderbilt Vanderbilt Jewelry: 8 Gilded Age Jewels Are Coming to Phillips Geneva Auction From Gladys Moore Vanderbilt’s Cartier tiara brooch to the world-class Vanderbilt Sapphire, Phillips Geneva Auction: V presents an unparalleled opportunity to own a piece of American aristocratic history.
State Banquet Kate Middleton Lovers Knot tiara The British Royals Pulled Out Their Biggest Heirloom Diamonds for the Windsor Castle State Banquet King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed President Trump and the First Lady to Windsor Castle.

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