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Hope Diamond
Cartier, Inc.
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Washington, DC, United States
You are looking at one of the world’s most famous gems–renowned for its flawless clarity, rare deep blue color, and eventful history. It is surrounded by 16 white diamonds and suspended from a platinum chain bearing 46 more diamonds. Gift from Connoisseur of Diamonds, Harry Winston (1896-1978).
To mark the 50th anniversary of the Hope Diamond’s donation to the museum, the Hope Diamond was temporarily placed in this setting called “Embracing Hope” that was designed by Harry Winston Inc. and was unveiled and place on public display November 18th, 2010.
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Details
- Title: Hope Diamond
- Creator: Cartier, Inc., Harry Winston Inc.
- Location: India, Asia
- Type: Jewelry
- Rights: This image was obtained from the Smithsonian Institution. The image or its contents may be protected by international copyright laws. http://www.si.edu/termsofuse
- External Link: View this object record in the Smithsonian Institution Collections Search Center
- Weight: 45.52ct
- USNM Catalog Number(s): G3551
- Photo Credit: Donald E. Hurlbert, Smithsonian Institution National Museum of Natural History
- Field: Mineral Sciences
- Fassion: Modified Antique Cushion
- Color: Dark Gray Blue
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