A Canadian mining company has discovered a massive 2,492-carat diamond in Botswana. The stone was found at the Karowe Mine, which is owned by Lucara Diamond Corp. The diamond is believed to be the second-largest ever found.
It is surpassed only by the 3,106-carat Cullinan Diamond, which was discovered in South Africa in 1905. The Cullinan was later cut into smaller stones, some of which are now part of the British Crown Jewels. Lucara used X-ray technology to find the diamond.
The company described the stone as “exceptional” and “high-quality.” It was found intact, which is rare for such a large diamond. William Lamb, the CEO of Lucara, expressed his excitement about the discovery. “We are ecstatic about the recovery of this extraordinary 2,492-carat diamond,” he said in a statement.
Botswana is the world’s second-largest producer of diamonds. The country has unearthed several large stones in recent years. In 2019, the 1,758-carat Sewelo diamond was found at the same mine.
Diamond discovery at Karowe Mine
It was later purchased by French fashion house Louis Vuitton. The new diamond will be put on display on Thursday.
It will be shown at the office of Botswana’s president, Mokgweetsi Masisi. He will be among the first to view the stone. The discovery highlights the potential of the Karowe Mine.
It also demonstrates the effectiveness of Lucara’s approach to diamond recovery. The company uses advanced technology to find and preserve high-value stones. The diamond industry is an important part of Botswana’s economy.
The country has a long history of diamond mining. It has produced many of the world’s largest and most valuable stones. The discovery of this latest diamond is a significant event for Botswana and the global diamond industry.
It is a reminder of the enduring allure and value of these precious stones.
