7. Persian Treasures
Given to the Duke of Edinburgh and Queen Elizabeth
Contributed by: Persia Estimated worth: $191–$546 million*
Like any massive diamond, it will always have some form of background. The Koh-i-Noor has a bloody and violent past; in fact, the Royal Family believes that wearing the diamond will bring misfortune to any man wearing it. As a result, only women do it.
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The jewel was given to Queen Victoria in 1849, and it had been in different hands since the twelfth century. It was inherited by the family’s female members before being given to Queen Elizabeth as a wedding present. It is fitting since Koh-i-Noor’s name means “Mountain of Light.”
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