Historic 2,492-Carat Diamond Found in Botswana
Reading Time : 2 minutesBotswana has uncovered the largest diamond found in over a century, a stunning 2,492-carat gem from the Karowe Mine. This discovery marks the second-biggest diamond ever unearthed, following the famous Cullinan Diamond of 1905. Weighing nearly half a kilogram, the diamond was presented by President Mokgweetsi Masisi, who expressed awe at the historic find. The stone’s value is yet to be determined, but it solidifies Botswana’s reputation as a leading source of the world’s most exceptional diamonds.