Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of Hyderabad, is considered India’s first billionaire, with a staggering wealth of Rs 1910987 crore ($230 billion). His immense fortune stemmed from the Golconda Mines, a sole diamond supplier in India. Despite his wealth, Nizam Ali was known for his frugal habits, often serving biscuits to guests and cleaning his bedroom only once a year. This article explores the fascinating contrast of his lavish lifestyle and surprisingly thrifty nature.
Results for: Koh-i-Noor Diamond
Researchers have identified the potential origins of the Hope and Koh-i-Noor diamonds in southern India’s Wajrakarur Kimberlite Field. These diamonds, renowned for their beauty and historical significance, were likely formed in rocks 1.1 billion years ago and transported to their findspots by sediment.