Read our Privacy noticeThe legendary 137-carat yellow gem known as the Florentine Diamond, long believed lost after the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, has resurfaced. Once among the most prized jewels of the Habsburg crown, the diamond’s trail went cold after World War I. Among them was a remarkable 137-carat diamond, famous for its pear shape, bright yellow color, and rich history. Known as the Florentine Diamond, the stone had once belonged to the powerful Medici family, rulers of Florence, before passing to the Habsburgs after the Medici line died out. Its disappearance inspired fascination and countless tales, even becoming the centerpiece of novels and films such as The Imperfects, which wove fiction around the mystery of the lost diamond.

Source: The Times November 07, 2025 06:18 UTC