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A courtesan had told Nadir Shah that the priceless diamond lay hidden in Mohammed Shah`s turban. Citing an ancient tradition, the victor demanded an exchange of headgear. At last the diamond was his. Or was it? Hastily he undid the folds? Wonderstruck at the gem`s size, brilliance and beauty, he exclaimed, Koh-i-noor`!\r\n\r\n1739: the gem now had a name.\r\n\r\nOne fabulous diamond whose value could feed the entire world for two-and-a-half days. Four races: Indian, Afghan, Persian and English, whose destinies were inextricably involved with this gem. A Persian oilman`s son who went on to virtually rule Golconda and its vast diamond mines.\r\n\r\nA Mughal prince, hated by history, who was sinned against as much as sinning. Only an Indian or a Persian could tell this great story with all its nuances.
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ISBN : 9788174369277
Pages : 212
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