This Day in History: November 5, 1908
Additional Date: November 5, 1908
The Cullinan diamond was cut into two big stones, The Star of Africa and the Cullinan 2, as well as seven fairly big stones and ninety-six small stones. The cutting of the diamond was a major event. It took experts about three months to decide on how to cut it and what shape to give the finished gems. The Cullinan diamond ultimately yielded 9 major stones, 96 brilliant cut diamonds, and 9.50 carats of unpolished pieces. The largest stone cut from the Cullinan, the 530.20-carat Star of Africa, was set into the British royal sceptre. The other gems from the Cullinan eventually became part of other jewellery belonging to the royal family.