In 1666, amidst the opulence of Paris, whispers spread of a gemstone that defied the heavens—a diamond so darkly beautiful, it seemed to capture the midnight sky itself. The “Blue Diamond of the Crown,” now known as the infamous Hope Diamond, became a symbol of power for kings, merchants, and aristocrats, while carrying the weight of a haunting curse. From royal courts to stolen treasure, from the rise and fall of empires to personal ruin, the Hope Diamond's legacy is steeped in mystery and m...