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The Orlov Diamond, a 189.62-carat bluish-white stone, is one of the outstanding pieces of the Russian...

The Orlov Diamond, a 189.62-carat bluish-white stone, is one of the outstanding pieces of the Russian...

Israel Diamond Institute
The Orlov Diamond, a 189.62-carat bluish-white stone, is one of the outstanding pieces of the Russian Imperial Jewel collection. The diamond's rose cut features concentric rows of triangular facets on its upper surface, while its lower part is cut in four-sided facets. The distinctive cut, as well as the diamond's color and clarity, make it almost certain that it originated from India's famous Golconda mines.

The Orlov Diamond - Israel Diamond Portal
The Orlov Diamond has a dramatic early history, much of which is conjecture.