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the Tiger Eye Diamond

Fancy Yellow Diamond 61.50ct — Cognac-colored diamond turban ornament made for a maharaja, now in a Qatari royal collection

The originalCognac-colored diamond turban ornament made for a maharaja, now in a Qatari royal collectionSee the documented piece →

the Tiger Eye Diamond is associated, in the documented record, with a reported Fancy Yellow Diamond of approximately 61.50 carats. Cognac-colored diamond turban ornament made for a maharaja, now in a Qatari royal collection (1937).

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Common questions

What diamond or jewel is associated with the Tiger Eye Diamond?
the Tiger Eye Diamond is associated, in the documented record, with a Fancy Yellow Diamond of approximately 61.50 carats. Cognac-colored diamond turban ornament made for a maharaja, now in a Qatari royal collection.
What cut and colour is the Tiger Eye Diamond's diamond?
It is a diamond, Fancy Yellow in colour.
What era and origin is it from?
It dates to 1937. Origin / association: India.
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StoneDiamond
Carat (approx.)61.50 ct
ColorFancy Yellow
Era1937
RegionIndia

Reported. This is an editorial reference compiled from public sources — a record of notable jewels in history, not a statement of endorsement or of any association with Legacy. Source: primary reference. Last verified July 2026.

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Stone

Diamond

Color

Fancy Yellow

Region

🇮🇳India

Era

Art Deco (1915–1939)
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