Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Koh-i-noor Diamond

The priceless Kohinoor diamond is one of the most famous diamonds in the world. It was first mined in India. The diamond had belonged to many kings and dynasties of India during their rule.It was seized by the British during their rule and was gifted to the queen of England.  The British Had the diamond cut and now the diamond is half its original size. It is now a part of the queen's crown. The Indian government has asked the British many times to return the diamond but in vain.

SOURCE: My Grandfather



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