Botswana Diamond Discovery 2024
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What is the weight of the new diamond discovered in Botswana?

  • 1,758 carats
  • 530 carats
  • 2,492 carats (correct)
  • 3,106 carats

Which diamond is recognized as the largest ever discovered?

  • Karowe diamond
  • Hope diamond
  • Sewelô diamond
  • Cullinan diamond (correct)

In what year was the Cullinan diamond discovered?

  • 1905 (correct)
  • 1910
  • 1900
  • 1920

What technology was used to find the 2,492-carat diamond?

<p>X-ray technology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is likely to happen to the 2,492-carat diamond after evaluation?

<p>It will be cut into smaller gems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the depth at which diamonds are typically formed?

<p>Over 93 miles (150 km) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following descriptions best matches the Cullinan 1 diamond?

<p>It is part of the British Crown jewels (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old are most natural diamonds believed to be?

<p>At least a billion years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is the second largest diamond ever found?

The second-largest diamond ever discovered, weighing a massive 2,492 carats, found in Botswana in 2024.

What is the largest diamond ever discovered?

The largest diamond ever discovered, weighing 3,106 carats, found in South Africa in 1905.

How are diamonds formed?

The process by which diamonds are formed deep within the Earth's mantle, involving carbon atoms being squeezed together under extreme pressure and heat.

How do diamonds reach the Earth's surface?

Diamonds are brought closer to the Earth's surface through volcanic eruptions.

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How old are most diamonds?

The age of most naturally occurring diamonds, estimated to be at least a billion years old.

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What is the process of cutting a large diamond?

The process of cutting a large diamond into smaller gems, often resulting in a collection of larger and smaller stones.

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How many gems were created from the Cullinan diamond?

The Cullinan diamond, after being cut, was divided into nine larger gems and nearly 100 smaller gems.

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What happened to two of the largest gems cut from the Cullinan Diamond?

The Cullinan I and Cullinan II, two of the largest gems cut from the Cullinan Diamond, are now part of the British Crown Jewels.

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Study Notes

Botswana Diamond Discovery

  • A 2,492-carat diamond was discovered in Botswana's Karowe mine on August 22, 2024.
  • This is the second-largest diamond ever found, and the largest found in Botswana.
  • The largest diamond ever found is the 3,106-carat Cullinan diamond, discovered in South Africa in 1905.
  • The diamond was discovered using X-ray technology.
  • The Karowe mine is known for producing exceptionally large diamonds, including the 1,758-carat Sewelô diamond, previously the world's second-largest diamond.
  • The Sewelô diamond was sold to Louis Vuitton in 2019 for an undisclosed amount.

Diamond Value and Characteristics

  • Experts will take several months to assess the value of the 2,492-carat diamond.
  • It's expected to fetch tens of millions of dollars.
  • Like many large diamonds, it will likely be cut into smaller gemstones.
  • The Cullinan diamond, also a large find, was cut into nine larger gemstones and nearly 100 smaller gems.
  • Two of the largest Cullinan pieces are part of the British Crown Jewels.
  • The Cullinan I (530.2 carats) is a part of the Sovereign's Sceptre with Cross, used in every coronation since Charles II in 1661.
  • The Cullinan II (317 carats) is the centerpiece of the Imperial State Crown, worn by Queen Elizabeth II annually for the State Opening of Parliament.

Diamond Formation and Age

  • Diamonds form when carbon atoms are compressed under high pressure deep within the Earth.
  • This process occurs at depths exceeding 93 miles (150 km) and temperatures over 2,000°F (1,093°C).
  • Volcanic eruptions transport diamonds closer to the Earth's surface.
  • Most natural diamonds are estimated to be at least a billion years old, with some exceeding three billion years.

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Explore the remarkable discovery of a 2,492-carat diamond in Botswana's Karowe mine on August 22, 2024. This significant find is the second-largest diamond ever and showcases the advanced technology used in diamond mining. Learn about the diamond's expected value and its comparison to the historic Cullinan diamond.

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