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Hope Diamond was mailed in a plain brown package for just $145 in 1958
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- The Hope Diamond embarked on a remarkable journey in 1958 when it was sent as registered mail to the Smithsonian Institution for safekeeping. This precious gem, with its origins in India, has a captivating royal history.
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Oct 31, 2026 · Updated 10/31/2026, 1:43:35 PM · Reported with: Times of India
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