The Hope Diamond is not named because it inspires hope. Instead, the famous gemstone was named after a British gem collector. And the diamond itself has a tumultuous history full of death ...

In the pendant surrounding the Hope Diamond are 16 white diamonds, both pear-shapes and cushion cuts. A bail is soldered to the pendant where Mrs. McLean would often attach other diamonds including ...

The Hope Diamond is not named because it inspires hope. Instead, the famous gemstone was named after a British gem collector. And the diamond itself has a tumultuous history full of death, tragedy, ...

Researchers may have found the true origin of the Hope Diamond, the Koh-i-noor and other famous, flawless gemstones. These diamonds, known collectively as the Golconda diamonds, are special ...

The classic American tale of a woman who grew up poor, became queen of the stage and even owned the Hope Diamond Explore Subscribe Newsletters Content Licensing Our ...

The naked stone is on exhibit at the Natural History museum through next spring Explore Subscribe Newsletters Content Licensing Our Partners Terms of Use © 2025 ...

For the first time ever, the famous Hope diamond was graded by a widely recognized system. Although the 45.52-ct weight was confirmed, the GIA Gem Trade Laboratory graders found the clarity—recently ...

The true story of Lord Francis Hope who inherits the Hope Diamond and marries showgirl May Yohe. Lord Francis Hope gambles away the family fortune and May Yohe leaves him. Another suspected curse ...

The stunning blue color of the famous Hope Diamond comes from trace amounts of boron in the crystal. Credit must be given to the creator. Adaptations must be shared under the same terms.

Produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. One of my sci-fi/horror/fantasy reviews written 50 years ago: Directed by Delbert Mann; Produced by David L. Wolper and ...