A courtesan had told Nadir Shah that the priceless diamond hidden in Mohammed Shah's turban. Citing an ancient tradition, the victor demanded an exchange of headgear. At last, the diamond was his. Or was it? Hastily he undid the folds… Wonderstruck at the gem's size, brilliance and beauty, he exclaimed, 'Koh-i-Noor'! 1739: the gem now had a name. One fabulous diamond whose value could feed the entire world for two-and-a-half days. Four race: Indian, Afghan, Persian and English, whose destinies were inextricably involved with this gem. A Persian oilman's son who went on to virtually rule Golconda and its vast diamond mines. A Mughal prince, hated by history, who was sinned against as much as sinning. Only an Indian or Persian could tell this great story with all its nuances.
- ISBN10 8174360271
- ISBN13 9788174360274
- Publish Date 31 December 1994
- Publish Status Unknown
- Publish Country IN
- Imprint Roli Books Pvt Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 257
- Language English