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The Florentine Diamond Resurfaces After 100 Years in Hiding
The Florentine Diamond, once hidden for a century, has resurfaced, linking back to the storied past of the House of Habsburg and its royal heritage.
- The Florentine Diamond, a famous gem of the House of Habsburg, was hidden for over 100 years after World War I due to political unrest.
- Zita of Bourbon-Parma, the last empress of Austria and a member of the House of Habsburg, had safeguarded the diamond during her exile in Switzerland.
- The diamonds rediscovery in Canada reignites interest in the legacy of the House of Habsburg and its historical ties to Austria and Florence.
Why It Matters
The resurfacing of the Florentine Diamond not only revives interest in royal artifacts but also highlights the cultural heritage of the House of Habsburg, reminding us of Europes tumultuous history during and after World War I.