Lesser-Known Facts About the Kohinoor Diamond

{"AutoID":171,"DateCreation":"\/Date(1741694986437)\/","DateModified":"\/Date(1742553955120)\/","CreatedBy":null,"ModifiedBy":"Rahul Bohra ","RecordStatus":"A","Title":"Lesser-Known Facts About the Kohinoor Diamond","SubTitle":null,"Description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOne of the most famous diamonds in the world is the Kohinoor diamond. Originally belonged to India, and currently a part of the British Crown Jewels.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBut do you know why the Kohinoor is so special? Let\u0026rsquo;s learn about some unknown facts of Kohinoor in this blog.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Kohinoor so special: Lesser-known facts\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe meaning of Kohinoor\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kohinoor diamond means the \u0026ldquo;Mountain of Light\u0026rdquo;. It is a Persian name. The diamond is associated with a history of design, curiosity, and conquest.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe original name of the Kohinoor diamond\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOriginally called Samantika Mani, this diamond has been mentioned in ancient Sanskrit texts that date back 4000 to 5000 years. The diamond was said to be one that was extremely valuable and prominent. There are many legendary stories related to the Kohinoor.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKohinoor is a Type IIA diamond\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eType IIA diamonds, whether lab grown diamonds or mined, are those that do not have any impurities and are of the highest quality. These diamonds are rare to find through mining. However, it is possible to create \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/what-is-a-type-iia-lab-grown-diamond/\"\u003eType IIA lab made diamonds\u003c/a\u003e. Type II A diamonds can be ethically produced in laboratories using the CVD diamond manufacturing and HPHT methods.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe size of the Kohinoor\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kohinoor diamond originally weighed 793 carats. However, over time, it has been cut multiple times, reducing its size. Its current size is approximately 105 carats. According to sources, when the Kohinoor diamond arrived in Britain, it weighed 190.3 carats. Multiple rounds of polishing and recutting the diamond reduced the diamond\u0026#39;s weight from186 carats to its current 105.6 carats.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nBut why is its large size so special? That\u0026rsquo;s because it is hard to find \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/can-you-easily-distinguish-between-a-mined-and-a-lab-grown-diamond/\"\u003emined diamonds\u003c/a\u003e of a large size. Lab grown diamonds can be created based on desirable size.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe color of the Kohinoor diamond\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKohinoor is a D-color diamond. It is colorless and does not have any hue. It has exceptional clarity. It is a Type IIa diamond, which means it lacks nitrogen impurities that give diamonds a yellowish tint. The diamond has exceptional transparency and clarity. The Kohinoor has the type of clarity that can be achieved for lab grown diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther features of the Kohinoor diamond\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt is cut in oval shape\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt is a Type IIa diamond\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt is a \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/old-european-cut-diamonds-vs-brilliant-cut-diamonds-what-should-you-buy/\"\u003ebrilliant cut diamond\u003c/a\u003e with 68 facets\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt is colorless and often described as the finest white\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kohinoor was discovered in India in the 13th century\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan lab grown diamonds have the quality of the Kohinoor\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLab made diamonds are created through two techniques - \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/hpht-lab-grown-diamonds-history-process-and-benefits/\"\u003eHPHT\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/cvd-diamonds-everything-you-need-to-know/\"\u003eCVD diamonds\u003c/a\u003e. Since lab diamonds are manufactured and manmade, they can be created as per desired quality. For instance, they can be made in the desired colors. Lab grown \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/argyle-pink-diamonds-all-you-need-to-know/\"\u003epink diamonds\u003c/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/all-you-should-know-about-blue-nuance-lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003e blue\u003c/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/green-diamonds-what-makes-them-so-stunning-and-sought-after/\"\u003e green\u003c/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/yellow-lab-grown-diamonds-what-makes-them-so-brilliant-to-have-them/\"\u003eyellow lab grown diamonds\u003c/a\u003e are easy to manufacture.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kohinoor has exceptional clarity. Lab made diamonds can also have complete clarity. Since lab diamonds are made using scientific technology and innovative methods, it is possible to create manufactured diamonds with exceptional clarity.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kohinoor was and is still considered the most exceptional quality and most valued diamond in the world. However, with the introduction of \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003elab grown diamonds\u003c/a\u003e, it is now possible to make diamonds that are larger than the Kohinoor. Lab made diamonds are Type IIa diamonds, available in different colors, and carats.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Why is the Kohinoor diamond controversial?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kohinoor diamond is said to originally belong to India and taken away by the Britishers during the time India was colonized by the British.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. What is the color of the Kohinoor diamond?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKohinoor is a colorless diamond. Colorless natural diamonds are rare to find. \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/types-of-lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003eLab made diamonds\u003c/a\u003e can be created completely colorless, as the Kohinoor.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. What is the shape of the Kohinoor?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kohinoor diamond is cut in oval shape.The original diamond was rough and uncut and had gone through several rounds of cutting and polishing.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. When and where was the Kohinoor discovered?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kohinoor was discovered in India in the 13th century; however many experts debate this fact.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","FromDate":null,"ToDate":null,"Image_Url":"lesser-known-facts-about-the-kohinoor-diamond.jpg","Image_Alt":null,"KeyWords":null,"MetaDescription":null,"MetaTitle":"Lesser-Known Facts About the Kohinoor Diamond","CanonicalLink":null,"MetaContent":"\u003cscript type=\"application/ld+json\"\u003e\r\n{\r\n \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\r\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\r\n \"mainEntity\": [{\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"Why is the Kohinoor diamond controversial?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"The Kohinoor diamond is said to originally belong to India and taken away by the Britishers during the time India was colonized by the British.\"\r\n }\r\n },{\r\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n \"name\": \"What is the color of the Kohinoor diamond?\",\r\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n \"text\": \"Kohinoor is a colorless diamond. 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