A mining company has discovered what is being called the world's second largest diamond ever found. Reports say it is roughly 2,492-carat and is likely worth $40 million of approximately Rs 335 crore. The stone, weighing approximately 0.
5 kg, was found by a Canadian mining company Lucara in Botswana. The country's President, Mokgweetsi Masisi got to showcase the diamond to the world at a ceremony earlier this week. 🇧🇼 LARGEST DIAMOND IN OVER A CENTURY UNEARTHED IN BOTSWANA A 2,492-carat diamond, the largest found in over a century, was discovered at Botswana's Karowe Mine, making it the second-biggest diamond ever mined.
The fist-sized gem, weighing approximately half a kilogram, was...
pic.twitter.com/pZGRUNeFZw — Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) August 23, 2024 Botswana has discovered the second biggest rough diamond ever in the world.
It was presented by Lucara today to President Masisi. The stone is 2,492 carats. pic.
twitter.com/4yYWTShAiA — Botswana Polls and Updates 🇧🇼❤️ (@EverythingBW66) August 22, 2024 While initial estimates suggest the diamond is worth around $40 million, diamond expert Fred Cuellar told the New York Post that the number can go much higher because diamonds are priced like houses. ALSO SEE: Rare 'Space Diamond' Was Purchased With $4.
29 Million In Crypto From Sothebys Auction He told The Post that there are about seven stones under the stone which can drive the prices way up. A smaller diamond piece from the same Karowe mine was reporte.