National Relic Archive — India
Cursed Objects from India
Cataloging 1 accursed artifact(s) originating in India.
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Cursed GemstoneSmithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.
The Hope Diamond
The Hope Diamond is one of the world's most famous and historically significant gemstones, celebrated for its extraordinary deep-blue color, immense 45.52-carat weight, and centuries of dark legend. Originating from the ancient Kollur mine in Golconda, India, the rare Type IIb diamond has passed through royal dynasties, wealthy aristocrats, and international jewelers. Throughout its documented history, popular accounts have attributed sudden financial ruin, tragic deaths, and political downfall to a terrifying curse surrounding the jewel.