According to French jeweller Tavernier, the world famous Kohinoor diamond was found in the mine of:

Key Points

• The Kohinoor diamond, one of the most famous diamonds in the world, was found in the Kollur Mine in Andhra Pradesh, India.
• The Kollur Mine is located in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh, in the Krishna River valley.
• The mine was historically renowned for producing large diamonds during the peak of the Golconda Sultanate.
• The Kohinoor diamond has a rich history and has been part of various royal treasuries, including those of the Mughal emperors, Sikh Maharajas, and British monarchs.

Additional Information

• Kohinoor Diamond:
  • The Kohinoor, meaning "Mountain of Light" in Persian, is a large, colorless diamond that is part of the British Crown Jewels.
  • The diamond's exact origins are not known, but it is believed to have been mined in the Kollur Mine in the 13th century.
  • Throughout its history, the Kohinoor has changed hands several times, often as a spoil of war.
  • It was most famously acquired by the British East India Company in the mid-19th century and later presented to Queen Victoria.