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LE GRAND MAZARIN The Diamond in the Crown-Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction in Geneva on 14 November 2017

Written by Ritenis Aksel

“LE GRAND MAZARIN” -The Diamond in the Crown-

Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction in Geneva on 14 November 2017

 

A legendary 19.07 carat pink diamond of historic Royal French provenance will be offered for sale at Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction in Geneva on 14 November 2017. The magnificent stone has been in the collection of four kings, four queens, two emperors and two empresses, starting with the Sun King, Louis XIV.

One of the most famous and important Golconda diamonds in the world, this spectacular gem presents an unprecedented opportunity to acquire an incomparable jewel of French History. Since the famous sale of the French Crown Jewels in 1887 in which this spectacular diamond was sold, this is the only other time that LE GRAND MAZARIN has been offered at public auction. Estimate on request.

LE GRAND MAZARIN

The Diamond in the Crown

LE GRAND MAZARIN PROVENANCE

Cardinal Mazarin (1602-1661)

Louis XIV, King of France (1638-1715)

Louis XV, King of France (1710-1774)

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