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Diamond Handcuffs

1928

Overview

In South Africa, a worker in a diamond mine is sentenced to death for stealing a huge diamond he found in the mine. Before he dies he passes the stone to a local girl, Musa. Known as the "Shah" diamond, it eventually winds up in New York City. Complications ensue, involving a wealthy society matron, her jealous husband, a gang of vicious jewel thieves and a brutal gangster who owns a nightclub. A lost film.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
May 5, 1928
Original language
English
Countries
United States of America
Cinematography
Henry Sharp
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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