A huge discovery has been made in Botswana, as the second-largest diamond ever found has been unearthed at the Karowe mine, which is owned by Canadian company Lucara Diamond. The rough stone weighs an impressive 2,492 carats, making it the biggest find since the famous 3,106-carat Cullinan diamond was discovered in South Africa back in 1905.
The Cullinan diamond was cut into nine separate stones, many of which can be seen adorning the British Crown Jewels. The new Botswana discovery is a significant one, not only for its size but also for the fact that it is the largest diamond ever to be found in this southern African state.
Located about 500 kilometers north of Botswana’s capital, Gaborone, the Karowe mine continues to be a successful site for diamond mining. The government of Botswana expressed excitement over this incredible find, further solidifying the country’s importance in the diamond industry.
This remarkable discovery is a testament to the rich natural resources present in Africa. The diamond industry has long been a key economic driver for many countries on the continent, and this find in Botswana only serves to highlight the potential for even more significant discoveries in the future.
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