It was then sent to England for presentation to Queen Victoria. Since then, Kohinoor has been a part of the jewels for the British crown ‘Escape the heat’ 9 Stunning Indian getaways under ...

Originally from India, the 105-carat Koh-i-Noor diamond survived centuries of intrigue and conquests — before the 10-year-old Maharaja of Punjabwas forced to hand it over to Queen Victoria in 1849.

One of the most famous stories associated with Lady Meherbai revolves around the Jubilee Diamond, a magnificent 245.35-carat gem twice the size of the Kohinoor. Purchased by her husband ...