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Queen Mums Diamond
Does anyone else find that warning funny, the bit about only God or a woman can wear it with impunity?
It seemed a lot funnier when I only read it, now I typed it out.. bah humbug.
:monster: - Mr Dead
LONDON (Reuters) - A diamond with a bloody history will sit atop the Queen Mother's coffin at today's ceremonial procession to her lying-in-state.
Coveted by Mogul Emperors, hidden in a sultan's turban, once claimed by the Taliban for Afghanistan -- the Koh-i-Noor ranks as one of the world's most notorious gemstones.
The jewel in the Queen Mother's crown -- also claimed by India, Iran and Pakistan -- has forever been cursed.
A Hindu proverb once warned: "He who owns this diamond will own the world but will also know its misfortunes. Only God or a woman can wear it with impunity."
Does anyone else find that warning funny, the bit about only God or a woman can wear it with impunity?
It seemed a lot funnier when I only read it, now I typed it out.. bah humbug.
:monster: - Mr Dead