The 2,492-carat diamond, one of the largest ever, was unearthed at the Karowe mine, 500km north of Gaborone, Botswana's capital.
This colossal gem was discovered by Lucara Diamond, the same Canadian firm that uncovered Botswana's previous largest diamond in 2019.
The diamond, detected using Lucara’s advanced Mega Diamond Recovery X-ray technology, could be worth over $40 million.
Botswana, a top global diamond producer, continues to dazzle the world with its stunning discoveries, contributing 20% of global production.
As the largest diamond ever found in Botswana, this gem solidifies the country's reputation as a treasure trove of precious stones.
As the world awaits its final form and value, this diamond’s journey from rough stone to polished gem is one to watch.
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