Cullinan Diamond - Wikipedia
WEBThe Cullinan Diamond is the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found, weighing 3,106 carats (621.20 g), discovered at the Premier No.2 mine in Cullinan, South Africa, on 26 January 1905. It was named after Thomas Cullinan , the owner of the mine.
Cullinan diamond | Size, History, Worth, Crown Jewels, & Facts
WEBCullinan diamond, world’s largest gem diamond, which weighed about 3,106 carats in rough form when found in 1905 at the Premier mine in Transvaal, modern-day South Africa. Named for Sir Thomas Cullinan, who had discovered the mine three years earlier, the colourless stone was purchased by the Transvaal government and was presented …
Cullinan Diamond - World History Encyclopedia
WEBMay 7, 2021 · The Cullinan Diamond was discovered in Transvaal, South Africa in 1905 and presented as a birthday gift to Edward VII of England (r. 1901-1910) by the Transvaal Government. It weighed well over 3,000 carats, making it the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found.
The Cullinan Diamond - Royal Collection Trust
WEBThe magnificent Cullinan Diamond – the largest diamond ever found- is incorporated into the Crown Jewels. The stone was discovered near Pretoria in modern -day South Africa in 1905, and is named after the chairman of the mining company, Thomas Cullinan. In its uncut state, it weighed 3,106 metric carats and boasted a size of 10.1 x 6.35 x 5.9 cm.
The Cullinan II Diamond: History and Major Facts
WEBFeb 10, 2024 · The Cullinan II diamond, often referred to as the “Second Star of Africa,” is a marvel of gemological history, embodying not just the opulence and grandeur of the British Crown Jewels but also a rich tapestry of geopolitical, cultural, and …
WEBlargest gem diamond ever discovered, and two of the diamonds cut from it lie at the heart of the Crown Jewels of England (figure 1). Although much has been written about the original piece of rough and the diamonds fashioned from it, this article offers previously undocumented details about the famed Cullinan diamond, including the first comprehen-
The Cullinan Diamond Centennial: A History and Gemological …
WEBThis article traces the history of this famous piece of rough and its source, South Africa’s Cullinan (formerly Premier) mine, which has yielded more significant diamonds than any other single locality. It also presents the full details of the examination and grading of these two approximately D-color, potentially flawless historic diamonds.
History of Queen Elizabeth & the Royal Family's Cullinan Diamonds…
WEBFeb 14, 2023 · Unearthed in a South Africa mine in 1905 and weighing 3,106 carats, the Cullinan—named after Thomas Cullinan, the chairman of the mining company—still holds the title of largest diamond...
Historical Reading List: The Cullinan Diamond
WEBJun 25, 2020 · A recent article that recounts the history of the discovery and manufacturing of the Cullinan diamond crystal, and it contains the first comprehensive report on the gemological properties of the larger gemstones obtained from this celebrated diamond.
The Cullinan Diamond - Royal Collection Trust
WEBThe Cullinan Diamond. RCIN 2800279. The magnificent Cullinan Diamond – the largest ever found – was discovered near Pretoria in South Africa on 26 January 1905. In its uncut state, it weighed 3,106 metric carats and boasted a size of 10.1 x 6.35 x 5.9 cm.
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