It forms part of a gem collection and is always surronded by people, most of whom just look at it because everyone else is. Learn about the mysterious hope diamond with iminds insightful audio knowledge series. The hope diamond was finally sold, at a bargain price, to other diamond dealers, finally coming to the cartier brothers in paris. The hope diamond has long been rumored to carry a curse, possibly due to agents trying to. The hope diamond is a lustrous blue gem weighing 45. Rated 5 out of 5 by strawberrylover7 from enjoyed the puzzles i really loved this game.
The hope diamond mystery 1921 stuart paton, grace darmond, harry carter, george chesebro. The hope diamond mystery 1921 3 keagkj from alamys library of millions of high resolution stock photos, illustrations and vectors. Tavernier sells the diamond to king louis xiv of france. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond, in which she starred as lady francis hope. The hope diamond mystery is a 1921 american action film serial directed by stuart paton and featuring boris karloff. May yohe publishes a fanciful account of the diamond s dark past in her book, the mystery of the hope diamond. In collins story, a large, yellow diamond had formed. Mystery of the hope diamond 2010 full movie download full. Wednesday, october 18 at 7 pm the historical society of cheshire county will host a screening of a 1921 silent film as part of its new hampshire film series. The film survives with a copy at the library of congress. Hope diamond the legendary history of a cursed gem book richard kurin since its discovery in seventeenthcentury india, the hope diamond, a glimmering deep blue gem weighing over 45 carats, has been shrouded in mystery and steeped in intrigue. Pierre cartier was enchanted with the novel the moonstone, written decades earlier by english author wilkie collins. Kurin, a cultural anthropologist and director of the smithsonian center for folklife and cultural.
The hope diamond mystery is a 1921 american action film serial directed by stuart paton. She also wore her copy of the hope, trying to generate more publicity to further her career. The strange mystery and curse of the hope diamond strange. The curse of the hope diamond the history of the hope diamond. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. The hope diamond mystery is a 1921 american action film serial directed by stuart paton and. Told through the fictitious eyes of the hope diamond, i am the hope diamond is an informational book about the history of this amazing diamond. Lord francis hope gambles away the family fortune and may yohe leaves him. Hope diamond the legendary history of a cursed gem book. In 1791, louis xvi and marie antoinette turned the diamond and other jewels over to the government.
Since the hope diamond was found in the early 1600s, it has crossed oceans and continents and passed from kings to commoners. Its a testament to the authors research abilities and how fascinating the actual history of the gem is that richard kurin can start his hope diamond. The mystery of the hope diamond the legend is a multifaceted as the gem, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a trail of intrigue, envy and death. Mclean would often attach other diamonds including the mclean diamond and the star of the east. Fancy dark grayishblue in the pendant surrounding the hope diamond are 16 white diamonds, both pearshapes and cushion cuts.
The hope diamond and marlow, new hampshire town of gilsum, nh. It now enjoys an era of relative stability, housed within the secure confines of the smithsonians national museum of. In this exciting continuation of the hidden expedition series, your journey takes you from the smithsonian institutes iconic castle to the remotest jungle as you track down the missing shards and learn the secret of the hope diamonds fascinating history. The hope diamond, arguably the most famous stone of all the gems in the world, is a blue diamond, and it is sometimes mistaken for sapphire. I show it to my chemistry students for the small amount of chemistry that it discusses with analyzing its composition. The program is cosponsored by the marlow historical society. The film added more characters, including a fictionalized tavernier, and added marat among the diamonds victims. The hope diamond is one of the most famous jewels in the world, with ownership records. Alleged effect of the hope diamonds curse as reported in newspapers of 1911 andor in maye yohes 1929 fanciful book the mystery of the hope diamond many if not most of these events are. The cursed diamond hope diamond unexplained mysteries. In the pendant surrounding the hope diamond are 16. A map of pleasant valley and an illustrated cast of characters are provided in the early pages, allowing new readers an excellent reference tool to keep the many characters straight. The diamond mystery from the whodunit detective agency series, vol. They have restored and released the hope diamond mystery on dvd.
The true story of lord francis hope who inherits the hope. The diamond remained with the french royal family until it was stolen in 1792 during the french revolution. The curse of the legendary blue hope diamond on all its owners is dramatized from the gems discovery in 17th century india until its donation to the smithsonian. There are rumors that this treasure is cursed, and it. This is not a murder mystery, but rather a gem heist.
By benjamin radford live science contributor 30 april 2014. Its first known owner, a french gem merchant by the name of. Since its discovery in seventeenthcentury india, the hope diamond, a glimmering deepblue gem weighing more than 45 carats, has been shrouded in mystery and steeped in intrigue. History of the hope diamond smithsonian institution. Nicely paced, with just the right number of red herrings to keep readers thinking. Watch mystery of the hope diamond full movie in hd visit unlock the secrets of the most celebrated and prized gem in. Another suspected curse of owning the hope diamond. It formed deep within the earth and was carried by a volcanic eruption to the surface in what is now india.
The hope diamond mystery wikipedia, a enciclopedia livre. Accounts report that diamond mining is active in india. I am the hope diamond je suis le diamant hope i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond. The rare physical qualities of this gemstone in conjunction with its mysterious and turbulent past render the hope diamond the most famous jewel in the world. Cushion antique brilliant with a faceted girdle and extra facets on the pavilion clarity. Hope diamond exhibit science museum in northwest washington. According to the legend, a curse attends the owner of the hope diamond, a curse that first befell the large, blue gem when it was plucked i. Hope diamond exhibit, was popular but we liked the dinosaurs. Smithsonian hope diamond walkthrough will act as your faithful companion as you embark upon an amazing adventure filled with danger and excitement as you search for the famed hope diamond. The true story of lord francis hope who inherits the hope diamond and marries showgirl may yohe. Timeline world history documentaries 1,277,318 views. In the pendant surrounding the hope diamond are 16 white diamonds, both pearshapes and cushion cuts. The curse of the methuselah tree nature history documentary timeline duration. The hope diamond and marlow, new hampshire town of.
The legend is as massive and multifaceted as the gem itself, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a trail of intrigue, envy and death. Ironically, the date that the hope diamond was once again found was just as the statute of limitations on the theft of the stone ran out. The hope diamondthe most famous diamond in the world. The hope diamond, also known as le bijou du roi the kings.
The first historical record of the french blue resurfacing is in 1812 when it was in possession of eliason. Sometimes described as the most famous diamond in the world, the hope diamond is believed to have originated in india. The story is full of mystery and suspense, well worth the more than fourhour time commitment it will take you to work through this adventure. In this exciting continuation of the hidden expedition series, your journey takes you from the smithsonian institutions iconic castle to the remotest jungle as you track down the missing shards and learn the hope diamond s secrets. Stuart paton featuring boris karloff as dakar high priest of sita grace darmond as mary hilton bibi george chesebro as john gregg jeanbaptiste tavanier harry carter as sidney atherton nang fu ghung the actors in this weird story of an ancient curse play dual roles and in 16th and 20th century. Richard kurin goes beyond the speculation to reveal the truth behind a.
In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond. A large blue diamond, now called the hope diamond, appears in the gem catalogue of henry philip hope, but no history of the stone is. Mar 12, 2017 the curse of the hope diamond continues. The extraordinary history of the hope diamond from. Overview of hope diamond mystery, the, 1921, directed by stuart paton, with grace darmond, george chesebro, harry carter, at turner classic movies. We uncover the science and secrets of historys most famous jewel by visiting different countries and getting expert opinions from forensic scientists and. Hope diamond by iminds overdrive rakuten overdrive. May yohe publishes a fanciful account of the diamonds dark past in her book, the mystery of the hope diamond. On her third marriage in 1920, she persuaded film producer george kleine to back a 15episode serial the hope diamond mystery, which added fictitious characters to the tale, but the project was not successful. Alleged effect of the hope diamond s curse as reported in newspapers of 1911 andor in maye yohes 1929 fanciful book the mystery of the hope diamond many if not most of these events are.
This documentary takes a look at the mysterious phenomenon of the hope diamond, a priceless and rare gem weighing in at over 45 karats, which despite its coveted nature, has seemed to bring a. May 05, 2011 the hope diamond, arguably the most famous stone of all the gems in the world, is a blue diamond, and it is sometimes mistaken for sapphire. Unexplained mysteries the cursed diamond hope diamond. The hope diamond mystery is based on the life story written by may yohe who lived for a time in marlow, new hampshire. Introduced by the real former lady frances hope, exwife of the diamonds reallife owner. Release dates 15 also known as aka 3 release dates usa 19 february 1921. Oct 07, 2017 wednesday, october 18 at 7 pm the historical society of cheshire county will host a screening of a 1921 silent film as part of its new hampshire film series. Check out the smithsonians sneak peek of mystery of the hope diamond. Some props will be required for this game, including 3 paperweight diamonds and a small trinket box. The hope diamond mystery kleinekosmik, 15 episodes grace darmond, boris karloff d. It is a fun video about the mystery and curse behind the hope diamond and its history.
If it had more of the science and more of an explanation about the spectroscopy, it would get 5 stars. With grace darmond, harry carter, george chesebro, boris karloff. The film added more characters, including a fictionalized tavernier, and added marat among the diamond s victims. Richard kurin goes beyond the speculation to reveal the truth behind a legendary stone. May 01, 2006 the hope diamond is one of the draws to smithison natural history museum. Rely on our custom marked screenshots, our detailed stepbystep instructions, and our simple puzzle solutions to find the missing shards before a band of notorious thieves can get. The diamonds blue coloration is attributed to trace amounts of boron in the stone.
Photographic frontispiece and photographic plates facing p. In its body of less than one cubic inch, it holds a history dripping with mystery, conspiracy and celebrity. Informational nonfiction, 835 words, level p grade 2, lexile 560l. The hope diamond, presented to the notional museum by harry winston. See 206 photos and 11 tips from 3450 visitors to hope diamond exhibit. Jul 31, 2014 nicely paced, with just the right number of red herrings to keep readers thinking. Since its discovery in seventeenthcentury india, the hope diamond, a glimmering deep blue gem weighing over 45 carats, has been shrouded in mystery and steeped in intrigue. Origin of the name of the hope diamond the hope originated from india in golconda where it was mined at the at the kollur mine. The diamond s blue coloration is attributed to trace amounts of boron in the stone. The hope diamond mystery 1921 stuart paton, grace darmond. This is an incredibly rare 1921 15chapter serial with boris karloff in his first starring role. The dusk diamond mystery is a mystery party game for 7 people.
It is now housed behind three inches of bulletproof glass in the smithsonian national museum of natural history, and looks out at a world fixated with its beauty. The hope diamond phosphoresces a strong red color, which will last for several seconds after exposure to short wave ultraviolet light. The mystery of the hope diamond smithsonian magazine. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the. Or they think it is the biggest diamond in the world. The story is full of mystery and suspense, well worth the more than fourhour time commitment it.
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