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The (In)Famous Life Of The Hope Diamond

Shine Bright Like a DiamondSmithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History is a literal treasure trove of cultural artifacts, priceless specimens—and one very big diamond. Since 1958, all 45.52 navy-blue carats of the famous Hope Diamond...

January 5, 2019 Dancy Mason


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