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PM Modi gifts 7.5 Carat green diamond to Jill Biden: All you need to know about the Made in India lab-grown gem

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a Made in India lab-grown 7.5 Carat green diamond to US First Lady Jill Biden as the Bidens hosted him for a private dinner at the White House on Wednesday

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FP Staff|Jun 22, 2023, 10:45:56 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a Made in India lab-grown 7.5 Carat green diamond to US First Lady Jill Biden as the Bidens hosted him for a private dinner at the White House on Wednesday.
The diamond reflects earth-mined diamonds’ chemical and optical properties. It is also eco-friendly, as eco-diversified resources like solar and wind power were used to make it.The green diamond is sculpted with precision and care using cutting-edge technology. It emits only 0.028 grams of Carbon per Carat and is certified by the Gemological lab, IGI.The gem bears the hallmarks of excellence through the 4C’s: Cut, Colour, Carat and Clarity.It is a beacon of responsible luxury that symbolises India’s 75 years of freedom and sustainable international relations.The green diamond is placed in the box called Papier mâché.
Known as kar-e-kalamdani, Kashmir’s exquisite Papier mâché involves sakthsazi or meticulous preparation of paper pulp and naqqashi, where skilled artisans paint elaborate designs.A confluence of timeless tradition and craftsmanship, it excludes opulence and intricate motifs and graceful simplicity, which makes every piece of this timeless craft, a masterpiece.It is indeed, an embodiment of India’s vibrant cultural tapestry.Read all the Latest News, Trending News, Cricket News, Bollywood News,India News and Entertainment News here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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First Published:Jun 22, 2023, 10:25:11 IST
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