The Hope Diamond

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The Hope Diamond

It's a 45-carat magnet of misfortune. For a century, the Hope Diamond has been blamed for the tragedies befalling its many owners, from Marie Antoinette to American socialites. Kojo explores the convergence of class and culture in the...

It's a 45-carat magnet of misfortune. For a century, the Hope Diamond has been blamed for the tragedies befalling its many owners, from Marie Antoinette to American socialites. Kojo explores the convergence of class and culture in the fantastical tales of the famous blue diamond.

Guests

Richard Kurin

Director, The Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage; and author of "Hope Diamond: The Legendary History of a Cursed Gem" (Collins/Smithsonian)

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