A tweet posted just before the announcement of Queen Elizabeth II's death claimed she owned 'the largest clear-cut diamond in the world known as the Great Star of Africa,' and that it was 'stolen from South Africa.' Here's what we found in our research.
In 1908, Asscher’s of Amsterdam cut and polished the diamond into nine large stones and about 100 smaller ones. All of the stones are now part of British regalia, according to Brittanica.com.The Great Star of Africa was the largest stone cut from the Cullinan diamond. At 530.2 carats, it is the largest clear-cut diamond in the world. According to historical records, it is also known as Cullinan I, First Star of Africa, or simply just Star of Africa.
This photograph showing the Great Star of Africa in the sceptre and other crown jewels was captured around the coronation of Elizabeth II in June 1953. A Google search produced varying estimates for the value of the Great Star of Africa such as $400 million and $2 billion. Its approximate worth is unclear. However, yes, theAs for the accusation that the Great Star of Africa was “stolen,” this rumor needs some context. As previously mentioned, historical records indicated that the Transvaal government in South Africa purchased the original diamond and then presented it to the British monarchy.
Azapo spokesman Zithulele Nxawe said: “She must be reminded that the diamond belongs to the Black people of this country, and to them alone.”
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