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King Louis XIV of France

Fancy Blue Diamond 115ct — French king who bought the great blue diamond known as the French Blue

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King Louis XIV of France is associated, in the documented record, with a Fancy Blue Diamond of approximately 115 carats. French king who bought the great blue diamond known as the French Blue (1669).

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Common questions

What diamond or jewel is associated with King Louis XIV of France?
King Louis XIV of France is associated, in the documented record, with a Fancy Blue Diamond of approximately 115 carats. French king who bought the great blue diamond known as the French Blue.
What cut and colour is King Louis XIV of France's diamond?
It is a diamond, Fancy Blue in colour.
What era and origin is it from?
It dates to 1669. Origin / association: France.
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StoneDiamond
Carat (approx.)115 ct
ColorFancy Blue
Era1669
RegionFrance

Documented. 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 Blue

Region

🇫🇷France

Era

Antiquity & Royal Courts (pre-1700)
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