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Cullinan Diamond: cleaving of the second largest portion and the final seven pieces 1908
Platinum print | 16.7 x 28.8 cm (image) | RCIN 2800271
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After the initial cleaving of the stone in two portions, the second largest portion was cleft in two pieces, as shown in the top half of the photograph. The bottom half of the image shows all the seven pieces produced from the original stone, ranging left to right in order of size, from largest to smallest.
Provenance
Acquired by King George V
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Creator(s)
(photographer)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Platinum print
Measurements
16.7 x 28.8 cm (image)
Alternative title(s)
The Second Largest Stone Cleft in Two Pieces. The Entire Stone Cleft in Seven Pieces [1) The Cullinan , Joseph Asscher & Cie 2) The Cullinan, by Joseph Asscher & Cie/An Album Showing Photographs of the Cullinan Diamond]
