The legend is as massive and multifaceted as the gem itself, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a trail of intrigue, envy and death. The true story of lord francis hope who inherits the hope diamond and marries showgirl may yohe. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Smithsonian hope diamond collectors edition pcmac dec 20, 20 0. Feb 05, 2014 the hope diamond mystery 1921 kosmik kleine films. While tavernier, king louis xiv, as well as louis xvi and maria antoinette are the famous victims, there are also lesser known victims of the diamond. Learn why the hope diamond has inspired superstition, passion and interest since its discovery, and witness the unveiling of hope in its new limitededition setting, designed by harry winston and chosen by the american public. The hope diamond mystery kleinekosmik, 15 episodes grace darmond, boris karloff d.
I am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond. Gouache of the great golden fleece of king louis xv of france, version 1 of. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the. The curious history of the hope diamond stories of the. Goddard and may yohe directed by stuart paton starring boris karloff as the priest of kama. The diamond has changed several owners, until it was bought by the smithsonian in 1958. The story is full of mystery and suspense, well worth the more than fourhour time commitment it. Its a testament to the authors research abilities and how fascinating the actual history of the gem is that richard kurin can start his hope diamond. Mar 11, 2015 they have restored and released the hope diamond mystery on dvd. Accounts report that diamond mining is active in india. Hope diamond exhibit science museum in northwest washington. The mystery of the hope diamond the legend is a multifaceted as the gem, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a trail of intrigue, envy and death. Informational nonfiction, 835 words, level p grade 2, lexile 560l.
This documentary takes a look at the mysterious phenomenon of the hope diamond, a priceless and rare gem weighing in at over 45 karats, which despite its coveted nature, has seemed to bring a. The author of the millionaire rogue returns to her dazzling series about a bygone era filled with romance, espionage, and one dangerously seductive diamond mr. A close comparison of the hope diamond with historical documentation of the faceting, coloring, and dimensions of the french blue. As reported in newspapers of 1911 andor in maye yohes fanciful book,the mystery of the hope diamond, published in 1929, although many if not most of these events are unsubstantiated. Some props will be required for this game, including 3 paperweight diamonds and a small trinket box. The hope diamond has long been rumored to carry a curse, possibly due to agents. Another suspected curse of owning the hope diamond. Mar 12, 2017 the hope diamond is thought to be cursed as it was stolen from a sita idol in india. Ironically, the date that the hope diamond was once again found was just as the statute of limitations on the theft of the stone ran out.
I show it to my chemistry students for the small amount of chemistry that it discusses with analyzing its composition. The true story of lord francis hope who inherits the hope diamond and marries. The hope diamond mystery wikipedia, a enciclopedia livre. The many owners of the hope diamond from mystery of. Restoration of a longlost 15episode 1921 serial based on a true story with similarities to the mummy. The hope diamond is a lustrous blue gem weighing 45.
The curse of the hope diamond the history of the hope diamond. It is a fun video about the mystery and curse behind the hope diamond and its history. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Written in free verse, it is a psalm which the poet sings as he contemplates what he calls the mystery of the. The film survives with a copy at the library of congress.
As the newest hidden expedition recruit, youve got to find the shards before they do. If you want to solve the crime you need to find the objects hidden in each scene. They have restored and released the hope diamond mystery on dvd. Somebody is stealing diamonds from the jeweler mohammed carat. Historians suspect that after being stolen, it was cut again, forming what is now famously known as the hope diamond. The curse of the legendary blue hope diamond on all its owners is dramatized from the gems discovery in 17th century india until its donation to the smithsonian. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. This work is in the public domain in the united states because it was published or registered with the u. The story is full of mystery and suspense, well worth the more than fourhour time commitment it will take you to work through this adventure. The first historical record of the french blue resurfacing is in 1812 when it was in possession of eliason. The original thief was torn to pieces by dogs and everyone else who has been involved with the diamond met horrible deaths and bad luck. Restoration of a longlost 15episode 1921 serial based on a true story with similarities to the m check out the hope diamond mystery dvd on indiegogo.
Five lesser known victims of the hope diamond curse. Told through the fictitious eyes of the hope diamond, i am the hope diamond is an informational book about the history of this amazing diamond. It is a fun video about the mystery and curse behind the hope diamond and its. This is an incredibly rare 1921 15chapter serial with boris karloff in his first starring role. May 01, 2006 its a testament to the authors research abilities and how fascinating the actual history of the gem is that richard kurin can start his hope diamond. Wilhelm fals wilhelm fals was a jeweler who recut the diamond after the french revolution, turning it from the tavernier blue into the hope diamond. Henry lake spent the past twelve years uncovering the most scandalous secrets of europes wealthy and powerful, serving as one of his. With grace darmond, harry carter, george chesebro, boris karloff. On her third marriage by 1920, she persuaded film producer george kleine to back a 15episode serial the hope diamond mystery, which added fictitious characters to the tale. Smithsonian hope diamond collectors edition try this game. A close comparison of the hope diamond with historical documentation of the faceting, coloring, and dimensions of the french blue does indeed lend credence to their proposed relation. By benjamin radford live science contributor 30 april 2014. Nicely paced, with just the right number of red herrings to keep readers thinking. The dusk diamond mystery is a mystery party game for 7 people.
I am the hope diamond je suis le diamant hope i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond. The cursed diamond hope diamond unexplained mysteries. The curse of the hope diamond an avon camelot book. Lord francis hope gambles away the family fortune and may yohe leaves him.
An 1839 catalogue of his gem collection mentions a large blue diamond weighing 45. Boris karloff, the apparent reincarnation of a 16th century indian high priest living. James kirkham inherited a lot of money and wants a life of adventure, exploring in darkest africa, but instead, after a robbery at an antiquities auction, finds himself and his fiance eve kidnapped by parties unknown and taken to a macabre mansion of. The diamond mystery from the whodunit detective agency series, vol. Smithsonian hope diamond collectors edition forum big fish games forums all game forums hidden expedition.
The hope diamond has been stolen and now you have to uncover all the clues and find the beautiful jewel. The strange mystery and curse of the hope diamond strange. Hope diamond exhibit, was popular but we liked the dinosaurs. May yohe publishes a fanciful account of the diamonds dark past in her book, the mystery of the hope diamond. Henry philip hope 17741839 brother of thomas hope, was a wealthy british banker with an affinity for fine art and precious gems. Unexplained mysteries the cursed diamond hope diamond. Overview of hope diamond mystery, the, 1921, directed by stuart paton, with grace darmond, george chesebro, harry carter, at turner classic movies. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond, in which. The book explains this diamonds incredible journey, including. Smithsonian hope diamond walkthrough will act as your faithful companion as you embark upon an amazing adventure filled with danger and excitement as you search for the famed hope diamond. Boris karloffs first major film role check out the hope diamond mystery dvd on indiegogo. According to the legend, a curse attends the owner of the hope diamond, a curse that first befell the large, blue gem when it was plucked i. The hope diamond is displayed in the national museum of natural history.
Mystery of the hope diamond smithsonian channel documentary. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond, in which she starred as lady francis hope. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond, in which she starred as. See 206 photos and 11 tips from 3451 visitors to hope diamond exhibit. He ended up living, though his son stole the diamond from him and then killed himself. The hope diamond mystery 1921 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Grace darmond in the hope diamond mystery 1921 boris karloff in the hope. You can see the hope diamond at the smithsonians national museum of natural history in the harry. The hope diamond mystery is a 1921 american action film serial directed by stuart paton. Never miss an episode from sidedoor and other great podcasts when you download the free radiopublic app. Henry philip hope mystery of the hope diamond mike. If it had more of the science and more of an explanation about the spectroscopy, it would get 5 stars. Free emmett from an evil spell and save the townspeople from murderous demons. Stories from the vaults season 1 inside windsor castle season 1. Simon maoncharides simon maoncharides was a greek merchant who owned the diamond more. As reported in newspapers of 1911 andor in maye yohes fanciful book, the mystery of the hope diamond, published in 1929, although many if not most of these events are unsubstantiated. Stuart paton featuring boris karloff as dakar high priest of sita grace darmond as mary hilton bibi george chesebro as john gregg jeanbaptiste tavanier harry carter as sidney atherton nang fu ghung the actors in this weird story of an ancient curse play dual roles and in 16th and 20th century. Kleine to back a 15episode serial the hope diamond mystery, which added. We uncover the science and secrets of historys most famous jewel by visiting different countries and getting.
May yohe publishes a fanciful account of the diamond s dark past in her book, the mystery of the hope diamond. Rely on our custom marked screenshots, our detailed stepbystep instructions, and our simple puzzle solutions to find the missing shards before a band of notorious thieves can get. This is not a murder mystery, but rather a gem heist. Story words carats, charities, diamonds, facets, jewels, museum, mystery, pendant, set. The mystery of the hope diamond smithsonian magazine. Youre on a train in the middle of nowhere, and a band of dangerous thieves demand you tell them where to find the hope diamonds shards. It looks like the culprit is someone on his staff, but wh. The hope diamond mystery is a 1921 american action film serial directed by stuart paton and featuring boris karloff. Sep 11, 2015 historians suspect that after being stolen, it was cut again, forming what is now famously known as the hope diamond. The diamond would take his name, becoming known as hopes diamond or the hope diamond.
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