Jul 11, 2017 · It was home to one of the most spectacular collections of jewels till as recently as the 1960s. The Khandavala dynasty of Darbhanga that owned this spectacular collection of jewels were the biggest land owners of the region. They were also among the richest people in India.

Dec 20, 2024 · The Hope Diamond is one of the most famous lost jewels in history, known for its large, deep blue hue. This 45.52-carat diamond was once owned by King Louis XIV of France, who acquired it in the 17th century, but its origins are believed to …

Sep 26, 2018 · In 1995, the Indian government acquired 173 pieces of jewels from the Nizam’s collection. Their display in 2001 and 2005 had India agog! But thanks to the book, we now know, that this was just 3% of the 6000 piece collection, once in the Nizam’s possession. What has been lost is just unbelievable!

Jan 3, 2023 · So what happened to this lost Cartier diamond necklace? Has it ever been found? And how much is the Patiala Necklace worth today? We’re uncovering all the facts, starting with how it came to be.

Oct 11, 2017 · For more than 5,000 years, jewelry has played an integral role in the history of India. Wars were fought and empires won and lost in pursuit of these riches. Yet, because of cultural practices, relatively little of the historic jewelry exists, the gems and precious metals repurposed by succeeding generations.

Jul 27, 2023 · In partnership with Border & Fall, a platform that celebrates Indian craft, this project attempts to catalogue and create awareness on the etymology of jewellery worn across the country — an open invitation to the Indian diaspora to learn about the origins of an heirloom, layered in personal family stories and historical narratives associated ...

Nov 9, 2020 · Once the age of the Maharajas came to an end, all trace of this necklace was sadly lost until 1998, when it was found in London in an extremely damaged condition: the largest stones, including the central precious diamond, had disappeared. Of the original necklace, only five long chains of platinum, inlaid with diamonds, remained.

Explore the rich history of Indian royal jewellery—a testament to culture and tradition. Here you can find exquisite pieces commissioned by the Maharajas and Maharanis of India.

May 3, 2016 · Below are short descriptions of some of the more famous Indian diamonds. Many of these diamonds were cursed after being stolen from Hindu temples. The Orlov Diamond – This diamond originated from the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam, Tamil Nadu, India as the eye of the deity of Vishnu.

May 3, 2016 · Nassak Diamond – From the Amaragiri mine in Mahbubnagar, Telangana, India. It adorned the deity of the Trimbakeshwar Shiva temple in Nassik (Maharashtra, India). It was stolen by the British East India company during the Third Anglo-Maratha War as a spoils of war.