In June, Gem Diamonds unearthed a 172.06 ct Kind II white diamond at Letšeng, simply days after one other main discover.
The Letšeng mine, owned 70% by Gem Diamonds, is thought for the manufacturing of huge, distinctive white diamonds, making it the very best greenback per carat kimberlite diamond mine on the planet, the corporate mentioned.
Kind IIa diamonds are essentially the most valued and collectable treasured gems, as they include both little or no or no nitrogen atoms of their crystal construction.
The Letšeng mine is without doubt one of the world’s ten largest diamond operations by income. At 3,100 metres (10,000 ft) above sea stage, additionally it is one of many world’s most elevated diamond mines.