The Emperor Maximilian Diamond

<p>The Emperor Maximilian Diamond, a 39.55 carat cushion-cut diamond, was purchased by Maximilian in Brazil in the years prior to his installation to the throne of Mexico. It has since been owned by the famed London jeweler Laurence Graff and the former First Lady of the Philippines, Imelda Marcos, among others. The diamond is estimated to sell for $1,000,000-1,500,000 at <em>Jewels:</em> <em>The New York Sale</em> on April 22. The upcoming sale marks the first time in decades that this stunning jewel has been exhibited in public. (RT: 3:38)</p>