CLEAN : Louis XIV Napoleon diamond to be auctioned off in Geneva

The video discusses the history of the French crown jewels, which were set in the crowns of French royalty for over 200 years, starting with the Sun King. The jewels were sold in an auction in 1887. It highlights the unique qualities of Golkonda diamonds, such as their transparency and pink hue, which make them highly valuable. The video also mentions the estimated value of such diamonds and expresses a desire for them to return to the Louvre Museum, where they were once exhibited.

Which French monarch is associated with the beginning of the use of Golkonda diamonds in royal crowns?

• Louis XIV

• Louis XVI

• Charles X

• Napoleon Bonaparte

In what year were the French crown jewels, including the Golkonda diamonds, auctioned off?

• 1887

• 1901

• 1815

• 1789

What is a notable characteristic of Golkonda diamonds that adds to their desirability?

• Their blue hue

• Their historical inscriptions

• Their large size

• Their high transparency

What is the estimated value range of a Golkonda diamond as mentioned in the video?

• $1 to $3 million

• $4 to $5 million

• $6 to $9 million

• $10 to $12 million

Where do the speakers hope the Golkonda diamonds will be displayed in the future?

• The Vatican Museum

• The Smithsonian Institution

• The Louvre Museum

• The British Museum