Lucara Diamond Corp announced the recovery of a 2,492-carat raw diamond from its Karowe mine in Botswana, potentially the second-largest gem-quality diamond ever found.
William Lamb, president of Lucara, expressed his excitement about the recovery, describing the 2,492-carat diamond as extraordinary, though the value and potential for cutting remain unannounced.
Botswana's government confirmed the diamond as the largest discovered in the country, as Lucara's Karowe mine continues to yield progressively larger gems, including notable previous finds.
With a recent agreement, Botswana aims to bolster its share in the diamond industry, having secured a larger portion from De Beers, marking a significant shift in the region's diamond production.
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