A centuries-old diamond passed down through generations of European royalty fetched nine million Swiss francs ($9.7 million) at auction in Geneva on Tuesday. The 35-carat “Beau Sancy” diamond was worn by Marie de Medici, Queen consort of Henry IV, at her coronation in 1610. Five bidders spanning three…
Glittering atop a succession of royal crowns, the 35-carat “Beau Sancy” diamond has been witness to 400 years of European history. Now the jewel, passed down through the royalty of France, England, the Netherlands and Prussia, could leave its noble past behind when it is sold at auction in Geneva next…
A priceless 17th-century Stradivarius cello got broken while being handled by experts in Spain’s royal palace, an official said Monday. The cello is one of five antique instruments by Italian luthier Antonio Stradivari, renowned for the exquisite sound of his instruments, that were acquired by king…
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