Koh-I-Noor was one of the hundreds of items that were displayed in the Crystal Palace. Koh-I-Noor, the world’s largest diamond, was originally from India. What was once a bland rock that weighed 191 carats was soon discovered to be “ the mountain of light” (Koh-I-Noor means the mountain of light) that now weighs 109 carats. Koh-I-Noor was mounted upon pillars inside an iron cage. When it was not on display it was lowered into the iron cage for security during the night. Koh-I-Noor is an example of the British Empire in India. Queen Elizabeth took control of the East India Company; in result, Queen Victoria started to take over India. Therefore Koh-I-Noor became the possession of Victoria and Albert in 1849.  Koh-I-Noor was placed among the crown jewels of Queen Victoria. Although Koh-I-Noor didn’t have many uses, it was very valuable. It shows Britain’s power over the world.

“Sparkling riches on a stand
Made by god and not by man
Obviously the best in the world
Better than emerald or pearl
Often called; Mountain of Light
Ever glowing, even at night
This is not made for the poor
The beautiful Koh-I-Noor.”

("Alfred Lord Tennyson," a.k.a Stefanie)