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- Like many large gemstones, the Koh-i-Noor has acquired a reputation of mystery, curses, and bad luck, so much so, it is said that only a female owner will avoid its aura of ill omen.
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Aug 30, 2017 · The True Story of the Koh-i-Noor Diamond—and Why the British Won’t Give It Back. A star of London’s Crown Jewels, the Indian gem has a bloody history of colonial conquest
- Lorraine Boissoneault
- Noor is the preeminent Indian diamond. Image source, Getty Images. Image caption, The jewel is in the crown worn by the Queen Mother, which was displayed on her coffin during her funeral.
- Noor was a flawless diamond. Image source, Royal Collection Trust/Bridgeman Images. Image caption, Queen Victoria wearing a brooch set with the Koh-i-Noor.
- Noor came from the Kollur mine in India in the 13th Century. Reality: It is impossible to know when the Koh-i-Noor was found, or where.
- Noor was the Mughals' most precious treasure. Image source, PVDE/Bridgeman Images. Image caption, Timur handing the imperial crown to Babur in the presence of Humayun.
Mar 4, 2014 · Legend says the Koh-i-noor brings bad luck to any man who wears it, so only a queen or queen consort has worn it since it came into British hands. The diamond has been worn by Queen Victoria, Queen Alexandra, Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth.
Feb 8, 2024 · Contrary to its Persian meaning “mountain of light,” the precious gem is considered cursed and brings bad luck to any male monarch who claims it. The debate over the alleged curse of the Koh-i-noor has been reignited after the recent announcement of King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis.
The Koh-i-Noor (Persian for 'Mountain of Light'; / ˌkoʊɪˈnʊər / KOH-in-OOR), [b][4][5] also spelt Koh-e-Noor, Kohinoor and Koh-i-Nur, is one of the largest cut diamonds in the world, weighing 105.6 carats (21.12 g). [a] It is part of the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom.
Calls to return the Koh-i-noor to India persist, with demands and protests against the UK. Despite the controversies, the diamond remains an integral part of the British Crown jewels.
Feb 15, 2023 · A description of the Koh-i-Noor reads: “Discovered in 15 th-century India, it was passed from ill-fated male hand to hand, until it earned a reputation of bringing bad luck to men. It was ...
