Sunday, April 22, 2012

Largest Colorless Diamond in the World

British Crown Jewels : The Tower of London illuminated at night Stock Photo
Photo of the Tower of London at night courtesy 123rf.com

The largest colorless diamond in the world is the Cullinan I.  The 530.20-carat pear-shaped diamond is in a scepter that is part of the British Crown Jewels, which are located in the Tower of London and are on public display except when in use by Queen Elizabeth II.  For more information click here and click here.

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