Story of the original Ashoka diamond

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The story of the original Ashoka diamond dates back to the 3rd century B.C.

In 1947 the Ashoka fell into the hands of famed American jeweler, Harry Winston, and was later bought by the jewel-adoring Mexican actress, Maria Felix...

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