"No doubt about that," said Mr. Bressani.
"How much is the Great Mogul?" asked William.
"Less than two hundred carats."
"And the Koh-i-noor?"
"One hundred and eight."
"And the Star of the South?"
"About a hundred and twenty-seven carats."
"Did you ever see the Hope diamond?"
"Yes; forty-five carats. Almost circular in shape; sold for eighteen thousand pounds. But it is believed—at least there is a story—that it brings bad luck to its owners."
"It is blue, isn't it?"