Diamants de Golconde

Over the centuries, diamonds from the legendary Golconde mines in India have fascinated and intrigued the whole world. Today, they are among the most coveted pieces among collectors.

The first publication devoted exclusively to Golconde diamonds, this book offers an in-depth study combining history, geography, gemology and mythology. It looks in detail at the most famous diamonds, including the Koh-i-Noor, the Hope and the Sancy, revealing the secrets and legends that surround them, in a journey that begins in ancient India, continues in the courts of Europe, and ends with a magnificent panorama of contemporary creations.