Botswana has made an extraordinary discovery, unearthing a massive 2,492-carat diamond at the Karowe mine, operated by Canadian firm Lucara Diamond Corp. This remarkable gem is recognized as the largest diamond found in over a century and the second-biggest ever recovered from a mine.
On Thursday, August 22nd, Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi proudly displayed the diamond to the world at his office in the capital, Gaborone. The stone, weighing approximately half a kilogram, is a testament to the country's rich diamond resources.
Lucara's President and CEO, William Lamb, expressed his excitement about the discovery, stating, "We are ecstatic about the recovery of this extraordinary 2,492-carat diamond." The company used advanced X-ray technology to locate the high-quality stone, which was found intact.
The only diamond that surpasses this find is the famous Cullinan Diamond, discovered in South Africa in 1905. The Cullinan, weighing 3,106 carats, was later cut into several gemstones, some of which are now part of the British Crown Jewels.
The official value of the diamond and how it will be sold is not yet determined. In 2016, a smaller diamond from the same Karowe mine in Botswana was sold for a record $63 million.
Botswana, one of the world's leading diamond producers, has been working to increase its influence in the industry. This latest find, described as "history in the making" by Lucara's Botswana managing director, Naseem Lahri, is a testament to the country's commitment to maximizing the value of its natural resources
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