The collection is probably the best in the world, particularly strong in pearls, diamonds and emeralds, as well as balas rubies (red spinels). The most famous item is probably the globe, where the oceans are made of emeralds and the continents are done up in spinels. There is a spectacular pink diamond [the Darya-i Noor], some lovely turquoise, an entire treasure chest overflowing with natural pearls and a bejeweled throne.
Isn’t fascinating to dive deeper into certain cultures and unravel such beauty; learning more about these magnificent jewels. The history and origin of these jewels make them all the more royal! I bet you guys as mesmerized by the delicate details of this historical jewel as I am!
References
Brydges, Harford Jones. 1833. The Dynasty of the Kajars. John Bohn: London.
Claustre, André de. 1743. Histoire de Thamas Kouli-Kan, roi de Perse. Paris: Chez Briasson.
Encyclopædia Iranica entries on Crown Jewels of Persia and Safavid Dynasty.
Hanway, Jonas. 1753. An Historical Account of the British Trade Over the Caspian Sea, Vol. I. London.
Meen, V. B. and A. D. Tushingham. 1968. Crown Jewels of Iran. Toronto: University of Toronto Press.
Credits: Pratiek Dhadda, Kianiconcept blog, Wikipedia, Angelfire.blog. Artemisiasroyaljewels.blog, Dorfam Treasure co, Internetstones blog.
Video credit :Effat Kazemi
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