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Contested Florentine Diamond on Display in Quebec for the First Time in a Century

The Florentine Diamond, long thought lost, can now be seen in Quebec, Canada, legally protected against claims from Europe.

5 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The world-famous Florentine Diamond is finally being exhibited after a century. This weekend, an exhibition opens in Quebec City, Canada, where the diamond is presented as the main attraction. The stone weighs 137 carats and is surrounded by many mysteries and legends.

The Florentine Diamond is hundreds of years old and had long been missing. Since the fall of the monarchy in Austria-Hungary in 1918, the diamond was unaccounted for. It was recently revealed that the precious gem was in a Canadian vault.

The Canadian government has provided legal protection for the diamond. This protection specifically shields it from claims in Europe, giving the exhibition location a strategic advantage. This legal aspect is significant given the diamond's history and the complexities surrounding ownership.

The exhibition in Quebec is part of a broader initiative to preserve historical art treasures and make them accessible to the public. It is unprecedented for the Florentine Diamond to be displayed in such a context, increasing interest.

No specific details have been disclosed about how the diamond ended up in Quebec or what other objects are included in the exhibition. However, the mysterious background of the diamond adds an extra layer of appeal for visitors.

The opening of the exhibition is a milestone for both Canadian museums and the history of the Habsburg dynasty. Public and critical reactions are expected to be closely monitored, especially given the rich history of the Florentine Diamond.

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