The Agra Diamond

The Agra Diamond is a famous pink diamond, believed to have been acquired by Babur after his conquest of Agra in 1526. It's known for its historical significance, having been worn by Babur in his turban and passed down through generations of Mughal emperors. The diamond is also notable for its size and color, being one of the largest pink diamonds in the world. Here's a more detailed look at the Agra Diamond:

• Origin:The Agra Diamond is believed to have originated in the Golconda mines of India.
• Early History:After Babur's conquest of Agra, he allegedly received the diamond from the Raja of Gwalior as a gift for sparing the lives of his family.
• Mughal Emperors:The diamond was passed down through several Mughal emperors, including Babur, Humayun, Akbar, Aurangzeb, and Muhammad Shah.
• Later History:The Agra Diamond eventually made its way to Europe, where it was purchased by the Duke of Brunswick in 1844.
• Recut and Sold:Bram Hertz, a Parisian diamond dealer, re-cut the diamond to 31.41 carats in the late 1880s and then sold it to Edwin Streeter in 1891.
• Auction and Sale:The diamond has been sold and re-sold multiple times, including at Christie's auctions in 1905 and 1990. In 1990, it was purchased by the SIBA Corporation of Hong Kong for £4.07 million.
• Current Ownership:The Agra Diamond is currently part of the Al Thani collection

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