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The Oppenheimer

Diamond 253.7ct — Uncut octahedral crystal donated to a national museum

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The Oppenheimer is associated, in the documented record, with a Diamond of approximately 253.7 carats. Uncut octahedral crystal donated to a national museum (1964).

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What diamond or jewel is associated with The Oppenheimer?
The Oppenheimer is associated, in the documented record, with a Diamond of approximately 253.7 carats. Uncut octahedral crystal donated to a national museum.
What era and origin is it from?
It dates to 1964. Origin / association: Global / Historic.
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StoneDiamond
Carat (approx.)253.7 ct
Era1964
RegionGlobal / Historic

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

Region

🌐Global / Historic

Era

Mid-Century (1940–1969)
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