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Apr 2023
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Koh-i-Noor: The controversial diamond an...

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The issue of what to do with the infamous and expensive Koh-i-Noor diamond during King Charles' coronation in five weeks had been causing the Royal Family a colonial-sized headache. The 105.6 carat diamond was fought over for centuries before it was brought from India and gifted to Queen Victoria. It went on to be worn by female members of the royal fam ... Show More
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