QVC enters deal with Smithsonian to sell copies of Hope diamond

From the Wash Post:

The Smithsonian Institution has signed a deal to sell Hope Diamond knockoffs and faux Marie Antoinette earrings on home shopping channel QVC this fall.

"Together, we will create jewelry that is not only fashionable, but also serves to educate the public about the Smithsonian and the jewelry, gems and minerals found in its collections," Carol LeBlanc, Smithsonian Enterprises director of consumer products, said in Thursday's announcement.

It is thought to be the first time anyone has accused QVC of being educational.

Yes, nothing says "fashionable" like a 45 carat, one inch tall diamond knock-off.