World’s second-largest diamond was found with astonishing amount

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The world’s second-largest diamond has been discovered, and its value is astonishing. This huge gem is capturing global attention.

Researchers discovered the world’s second-largest diamond.

Recently, scientists and miners discovered the world’s second-largest diamond in Botswana, grabbing headlines worldwide.

This extraordinary gem has captivated the global diamond industry with its size and value.

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World’s second-largest diamond was discovered with astonishing amount. Image Credit: Getty.

Diamonds of this size are very rare.

Lucara Diamond Corporation unearthed the diamond at the Karowe Mine.

The stone weighs an impressive 1,174 carats, making it one of the largest ones ever found.

This discovery comes as a significant event in the diamond industry, given the rarity of diamonds of such size.

Botswana, known for its rich reserves, continues to be a leading player in the global diamond market.

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It is weights weighs 1,174 carats, ranking among the largest ever. Image Credit: Getty.

The Karowe Mine has been a source of high-quality diamonds.

Lucara Diamond Corporation, a Canadian firm, has operated the mine since 2012.

They have previously discovered other valuable diamonds, but this one stands out due to its enormous size.

The discovery is a major achievement for Lucara and Botswana.

It is expected to fetch a high price when sold, although the exact value has not yet been disclosed.

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Estimates suggest that it could be worth hundreds of millions of dollars.

The final price will depend on the quality of the cut and the market demand for large diamonds.

The last comparable find was the Cullinan diamond, which weighed 3,106 carats and was discovered in South Africa in 1905.

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Lucara’s head, William Lamb, expressed elation over the discovery, highlighting the exceptional nature of this 2,492-carat gem.

“It is one of the largest rough diamonds ever unearthed.

“We are ecstatic about the recovery of this extraordinary 2,492 carat diamond.

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Estimates suggest that it could be worth hundreds of millions of dollars.. Image Credit: Getty.

Social media reactions

On social media, many people found the discovery of this massive gem both surprising and exciting. 

They shared their thoughts, with some joking about how amazing it would be to own such a huge gem. 

Others were impressed by its size and value, saying it must be worth a fortune.

Do you know? … Wood is more rare than diamond in this universe, one user said.

All those lucky people in Botswana who will no doubt share once again in their countries natural wealth, the second user commented.

I picked up a similar-looking rock sometime last year. I suspected it might be worth something but my aunt threw it out, the third user said.

Strange to think that a lump of old rock can be so valuable….it’s just a lump of rock..crazy, another user said.


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