Jan 29, 2013

Hope Diamond, Smithsonian Natural History Museum - Washington DC

Hope Diamond, Smithsonian Natural History Museum - Washington DC Much has been written about the Hope Diamond. It originated in India, passed through France and the United Kingdom and finally to the United States and now on display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. It's 45.52 carats and the bluish color is created by Boron in its crystal structure.

Washington DC • Smithsonian Institute • Natural History Museum • Hope Diamond >> Show in Gallery