Famous Diamonds: Granny’s Chips

In addition to Cullinan I (link) and the already featured famous diamond Cullinan II, the 3,025-carat Cullinan rough also produced stones III-IX in addition to 96 small brilliants. Two of the larger stones, Cullinan III and IV, originally referred to as the “Lesser Stars of Africa” are affectionately called “Granny’s Chips.” Together, these famous diamonds account for a total of 158 carats!

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