This is the story of India’s transformation—from the grandeur of the Mughal Peacock Throne to the rigid dominion of the British Crown. It is a tale of how history’s currents swept away an ...
Though the origin is not exactly known, the Koh-I-Noor was first seen on Mughal ruler Shah Jahan's gemstone-adorned throne in 1628. The diamond was placed at the top of the Peacock throne.
The Indian peacock, identified with its vibrant blue colour and a regal wingspan among males, holds a special symbolic importance in India. The throne of the country's Mughal ruling dynasty was ...