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    How many diamonds are there on Britain's Imperial Crown which is worn by the reigning monarch on state occasions?

    Question #15202. Asked by Maggie. (Dec 21 01 12:35 AM)


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    		Have not found exact number so far but have found total of gems, which is as follows:-Many crowns are located in the Jewel House. One of the crowns located there is the Imperial Crown of India. The crown was created in 1911 for King George V. There are 6,004 stones in the crown. Most of the jewels are diamonds. The jewels were sent by the Maharajahs of India.


    Dec 21 01, 12:45 AM
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    		Housed in the Tower of London, the Imperial State Crown is worn by the Queen for the annual Opening of Parliament. Set with 2873 diamonds, 273 pearls, seventeen sapphires and five rubies, the Queen takes time to get used to the weight before the ceremony.

    Dec 21 01, 12:47 AM

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