Indeed, the blue hope diamond was a believed to be cursed. Alleged effect of the hope diamond s curse as reported in newspapers of 1911 andor in maye yohes 1929 fanciful book the mystery of the hope diamond many if not most of these events are. On her third marriage in 1920, she persuaded film producer george kleine to back a 15episode serial the hope diamond mystery, which added fictitious characters to the tale, but the project was not successful. If it had more of the science and more of an explanation about the spectroscopy, it. I show it to my chemistry students for the small amount of chemistry that it discusses with analyzing its composition. The story is full of mystery and suspense, well worth the more than fourhour time commitment it. I love being able to buy individual episodes of educational shows like this. Mystery of the hope diamond free online 1 player games. Season 2, episode 7 hope diamond, jersey devil and titanic don wildman investigates a magnificent gem imbued with a deadly curse, uncovers a message that couldve averted the titanics collision course with disaster and examines the mystery of the jersey devil. The strange mystery and curse of the hope diamond strange. The gem eventually passed into the hands of louis xvi and his queen marie antoinette, both of whom were later beheaded. Loosely based on lady francis hopes book the mystery of the hope diamond, the story is told in two erasin 16th century burma, tavanier, a french adventurer, steals the diamond from its place on an idol in the temple of sita, and the high priest of the temple boris karloff swears vengeance and puts a curse upon the jewel. The hope diamond is one of the most iconic items in the smithsonians collections.
Alleged effect of the hope diamonds curse as reported in newspapers of 1911 andor in maye yohes 1929 fanciful book the mystery of the hope diamond many if not most of these events are. Boris karloffs first major film role check out the hope diamond mystery dvd on indiegogo. The true story of lord francis hope who inherits the hope diamond and marries showgirl may yohe. Stuart paton featuring boris karloff as dakar high priest of sita grace darmond as mary hilton bibi george chesebro as john gregg jeanbaptiste tavanier harry carter as sidney atherton nang fu ghung the actors in this weird story of an ancient curse play dual roles and in 16th and 20th century. A curse follows the diamond bringing tragedy and heartbreak to all who possess it. Lord francis hope gambles away the family fortune and may yohe leaves him. In 1965 the hope diamond traveled to south africa where it was exhibited at the rand easter show in johannesburg. Mar 11, 2015 they have restored and released the hope diamond mystery on dvd. Scientists examine the origins of the hope diamond after taking it out of the settings. In 1965 the hope diamond traveled to south africa where it. Prepare yourself to find this beautiful blue diamond and solve the case. Watch mystery of the hope diamond online full episodes of. King louis xiv gave the diamond to a mistress, but then he cruelly abandoned her.
Unexplained mysteries the cursed diamond hope diamond. The french royal family bought the diamond in 1668 and had it cut into a 67carat stone called the french blue. The hope diamond and marlow, new hampshire town of. The book explains this diamonds incredible journey, including. Hitchcocks birds, hope diamond, phineas gage mysteries. Its a pretty fascinating little baubleparticularly if youre the sort of person who is impressed by 45. Secrets to the hope diamond curse exploring lifes mysteries. Watch mystery of the hope diamond full episodes online.
Several commentators questioned the wisdom of accepting the diamond. Watch mystery of the hope diamond season 1 episode 2. From gracing the neck of marie antoinette to leaving a trail of untimely deaths in its wake, mystery of the hope diamond will provide an indepth look at this gems. The diamond has been surrounded by a mythology of a reputed curse to the effect that it brings misfortune and tragedy to persons who own it or wear it, but there are strong indications that such stories were fabricated to enhance the stones mystery and appeal, since. The mystery of the hope diamond the legend is a multifaceted as the gem, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a trail of intrigue, envy and death. Watch unsolved history season 3, episode 4 the hope diamond. The hope diamond is one of the most spectacular gems in the world, but some people believe ownership comes at a.
When you ask people which season do they love most, they usually say winter or summer but autumn can. Season 2, episode 19 hitchcocks birds, hope diamond, phineas gage host don wildman inspects a jar of strange, preserved creatures that helped inspire one of the scariest horror films of all time, admires a legendary blue diamond and examines the shattered skull of a 19th century laborer. The extraordinary history of the hope diamond duration. If the smithsonian was the national museum of the united states and it acquired the hope diamond, then the country would own it. Ironically, the date that the hope diamond was once again found was just as the statute of limitations on the theft of the stone ran out. In the fortyminute episode to be shown at the historical society, boris karloff stars in his first major screen role as the hindu servant dakar. According to susanne patch, author of blue mystery.
On september 11, 1792, the hope diamond was stolen from the house that stored the crown jewels. The hope diamonds past was not always welldocumented, but each time the diamond reappeared, experts were able to look at it closely and know from visual clues that it was, indeed, the hope. Hitchcocks birds, hope diamond, phineas gage mysteries at. I am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond. The film survives with a copy at the library of congress. In 1962 it was exhibited for a month at the louvre in paris, france, as part of an exhibit entitled ten centuries of french jewelry.
The hope diamond mystery was a fifteenpart serial about the most sinister jewel in history. With grace darmond, harry carter, george chesebro, boris karloff. It lets add learning opportunities while the kids interest is still piqued. Stuart paton featuring boris karloff as dakar high priest of sita grace darmond as mary hilton bibi george chesebro as john gregg jeanbaptiste tavanier harry carter as sidney atherton nang fu ghung. Youre on a train in the middle of nowhere, and a band of dangerous thieves demand you tell them where to find the hope diamonds shards. Our film crew recreates the glamorous life of socialite evalyn walsh mclean. Feb 10, 2005 watch unsolved history season 3, episode 4 the hope diamond. The mystery of the hope diamond smithsonian magazine.
Mystery of the hope diamond curse documentary youtube. By benjamin radford live science contributor 30 april 2014. The legend is as massive and multifaceted as the gem itself, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a trail of intrigue, envy and death. Apr 05, 2014 learn why the hope diamond has inspired superstition and passion since its discovery centuries ago, and see how its unique qualities and mythic past have categorized the jewel as both a scientific. Solve this maritime mystery to reunite a pirate with his lost love. Those who have seen the hope diamond describe it as having a greyblue color. Mystery of the hope diamond, season 1 episode 2, is available to watch and stream on smithsonian channel. They have restored and released the hope diamond mystery on dvd. The curse of the hope diamond the history of the hope diamond. Learn why the hope diamond has inspired superstition and passion since its discovery centuries ago, and see how its unique qualities and mythic past have categorized the jewel as both a scientific. History of the hope diamond smithsonian institution. The hope diamond mystery kleinekosmik, 15 episodes grace darmond, boris karloff d. All throughout history, the ones who owned it had a brutal end.
The extraordinary history of the hope diamond from. Watch mystery of the hope diamond online full episodes. The story is full of mystery and suspense, well worth the more than fourhour time commitment it will take you to work through this adventure. The extraordinary history of the hope diamond youtube. Tragedies of the hope diamond curse king louis xiv gave the diamond to a mistress, but then he cruelly abandoned her. May 09, 20 our film crew recreates the glamorous life of socialite evalyn walsh mclean. The hope diamond mystery is a 1921 american action film serial directed by stuart paton and featuring boris karloff. Restoration of a longlost 15episode 1921 serial based on a true story with similarities to the mummy.
Then the mystery of the deep blue color and red phosphorescence is partially explained. Mystery of the hope diamond movie quotes rotten tomatoes. This is an incredibly rare 1921 15chapter serial with boris karloff in his first starring role. This documentary takes a look at the mysterious phenomenon of the hope diamond, a priceless and rare gem weighing in at over 45 karats, which despite its coveted nature, has seemed to bring a. Academy award and golden globewinning actress kim basinger will narrate the special and views on the spectacular journey through the eventful history, complex science and infamous curse of this oneofakind 45carat gemstone. Restoration of a longlost 15episode 1921 serial based on a true story with similarities to the m check out the hope diamond mystery dvd on indiegogo. Boris karloff, the apparent reincarnation of a 16th century indian high priest living. Hope diamond, jersey devil and titanic beyond the unknown. The hope diamond is a lustrous blue gem weighing 45. The cursed diamond hope diamond unexplained mysteries. Jan 09, 2018 on september 11, 1792, the hope diamond was stolen from the house that stored the crown jewels. No quotes approved yet for mystery of the hope diamond. It vanished for a while and later showed up in london, where banker henry thomas hope purchased it. French monarchs, an heiress, and at least one unlucky postman have met misfortune after possessing itthough does that really constitute a curse.
Its a testament to the authors research abilities and how fascinating the actual history of the gem is that richard kurin can start his hope diamond. The article talks about the mystery behind the curse of the hope diamond, one of the worlds most famous gems. It is a fun video about the mystery and curse behind the hope diamond and its history. The legend is as multifaceted as the gem, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a. Season 2, episode 8 diamonds are a gals best friend cbc 2018 ca eng. Mar 12, 2017 there had been, over the yearseven decadesnumerous stories about how the hope diamond carried an ancient curse. Mystery of the hope diamond 2010 full movie 1 year ago 243 43. Informational nonfiction, 835 words, level p grade 2, lexile 560l. According to the legend, a curse attends the owner of the hope diamond, a curse that first befell the large, blue gem when it was plucked i. If it had more of the science and more of an explanation about the spectroscopy, it would get 5 stars. The hope diamond has left the smithsonian only four times since it was donated. We uncover the science and secrets of historys most famous jewel by visiting different countries and getting expert opinions from forensic scientists and. Secrets of the seven seals full episode s1, e7 history duration. One of the most spectacular gems in the world is the hope diamond, a beautiful blue diamond weighing over 45 carats.
Nov 21, 2010 mystery of the hope diamond, season 1 episode 2, is available to watch and stream on smithsonian channel. Hope diamond, jersey devil and titanic from season 1 at. The story of the hope diamond, the shape of the diamond was unlikely to have been an eye or on the forehead of an idol in 1673, king louis xiv decided to recut the diamond to enhance its brilliance the previous. The hope diamond mystery 1921 passed 5h action, adventure, mystery 19 february 1921 usa the true story of lord francis hope who inherits the hope diamond and marries showgirl may yohe. The hope diamond is one of the most iconic items in the smithsonians collections, but this glittering gem is rumored to have a dark side. The onetime owner of the hope diamond was rumored to occasionally display the hope diamond on the neck of her great dane. As the newest hidden expedition recruit, youve got to find the shards before they do. Nov 05, 2015 the hope diamond was weighed by the gemological institute of americas gem trade lab in 1988. In 20th century london, a highclass crook with hypnotic powers called sidney atherton masquerades as an asian crimelord to try to steal it.
Overview of hope diamond mystery, the, 1921, directed by stuart paton, with grace darmond, george chesebro, harry carter, at turner classic movies. The first historical record of the french blue resurfacing is in 1812 when it was in possession of eliason. Another suspected curse of owning the hope diamond. Oct 31, 2010 watch mystery of the hope diamond full episodes online. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond, in which she starred as lady francis hope. Watch mystery of the hope diamond season 1, episode 1 the mystery of the hope diamond. The program tells the history, both documented and supposed, of the hope diamond including the source of the legendary curse. Mystery of the hope diamond trailer 2010 video detective.
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