Regent Diamond, Historical diamond in Galerie d'Apollon, France.
The Regent Diamond measures 140.64 carats, featuring a cushion-cut shape with exceptional clarity and a slight blue tint to its surface.
Thomas Pitt, Governor of Madras, acquired the uncut 410-carat diamond in India during 1701 for 48,000 pagodas from merchant Jamchand.
The diamond passed through French royal hands, adorning the crowns of Louis XV and Louis XVI before becoming part of the national collection.
Visitors can examine the Regent Diamond at the Louvre Museum's Galerie d'Apollon alongside other pieces from the French Crown Jewels collection.
During World War II, officials concealed the diamond within plaster inside a fireplace at Château de Chambord for protection.
Inception: 1700s
Height: 3.2 cm
Width: 3.1 cm
Made from material: diamond
Part of: French Crown Jewels
GPS coordinates: 48.86050,2.33750
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:37
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