The Cullinan II is the second largest diamond cut from the Culinan diamond, the largest rough diamond ever found. It is also called the Lesser Star of Africa and it weights 317.4 carats (63.48 g). The cutting shape of this Cullian diamond is cushion and is the forth largest polished diamond in the world.
The massive Cullinan II is the center-front of the Imperial Stat Crown of Great Britain. Both gems, Cullinan II and also Cullinan I, are on display at the Tower of London, as parts of the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom. The transport of Cullinan diamond from South Africa to England was a little problematic and raised security issues. Due to its great value it was arranged a fake transport of the diamond on a ship and was spread the rumor of the departure in order to attract the attention of possible thieves. The real Cullinan was actually send in a plain box via parcel post.
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