The history of the Golden Maharaja is not knows it is believed to have come from South Africa. It is 65.57 carats and classified as a Fancy Dark Orange-Brown in color. It is a modified Pear shape having the crown and pavilion main facets horizontally divided with extra facets. This type of modification to the standard cut is sometimes applied when cutting larger diamonds. It was sold in 2006 for $1,382,400.
Golden Maharaja Diamond
The history of the Golden Maharaja is not knows it is believed to have come from South Africa. It is 65.57 carats and classified as a Fancy Dark Orange-Brown in color. It is a modified Pear shape having the crown and pavilion main facets horizontally divided with extra facets. This type of modification to the standard cut is sometimes applied when cutting larger diamonds. It was sold in 2006 for $1,382,400.
Graff Pink Supreme Diamond
This pink pear shaped diamond is 10.83 carats and is consider internally flawless. Lawrence Graff of London purchased this diamond in 1993 for 6,163,500 Swiss francs.
Great Chrysanthemum Diamond
The Great Chrysanthemum was found in 1963 in South Africa. The diamond appeared to be a light honey color but after cutting it proved to be a rich golden brown in color similar to a chrysanthemum after which it was named. It was cut into a 104.16 carat pear shape and was mounted as the central stone in a necklace of 410 oval and marquise shaped diamonds.
Gruosi Diamond
The Gruosi is the largest heart shaped black diamond in the world. It took three years to cut this diamond in 1998 from a rough stone weighing 300.12 carats to its current weight of 115.34 carats. It was originally intended to have the stone cut into an oval shape, but the stone proved to be very difficult to work. This is not uncommon for black diamonds. The Grousi heart is the centerpiece of a necklace of smaller black and white diamonds set in white gold.
Heart Of Eternity
The Heart of Eternity is Fancy Vivid Blue in color and weighs 27 carats.
Hope Diamond
The Hope Diamond is more than a billion years old and it is the worlds' largest deep blue diamond at 45.52 carats. It was first found in Golconda, India in the early 1600s and has had a very checkered pasted ever since. It has crossed oceans and continents many times, has been owned by Kings and Commoners, has been stolen and recovered, sold and resold, cut and re-cut. Today blue diamonds are valued for their history as much as their rare color.
Pickle Allergy - Can you be allergic to pickles?
In this exploration of the intriguing topic of pickle allergies, we will delve into the science behind food allergies, examine the potential culprits within pickles that might trigger such reactions, and shed light on the symptoms and management of this lesser-known food allergy. As we unravel the mysteries surrounding this phenomenon, we aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of pickle allergies, enabling you to distinguish between intolerance and true allergic reactions, as well as highlighting possible steps for prevention and treatment.
Pregnancy And Bladder Control Problems
During pregnancy a great deal of stress is being placed on your internal organs and muscles. Internal muscles and other support tissues for your bladder has been stretched and weakened. Your bladder is not being supported as it should be and problems will result. Incontinence, bladder infections, skin irritations and urine that smell bad are some of the problems associated with poor bladder support.
The Governments Response to the Housing Crises
With the foreclosure rate in the housing market at an all time high, real estate investors are having to maintain a very watchful eye on there bottom ...
