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204-Carat Diamond Uncovered at Lucap’s Mothae

Mothae does it again: Lucapa Diamond has announced it recovered a 204-carat diamond at its 70% owned Mothae mine in Lesotho, IDEX Online reports.   The gem is the eighth +100 carat diamond, and third +200 carat, to be found at Mothae since commercial mining started there in January 2019.
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Sierra Leone: New Diamond Mine to Hold First Sale in May

The Tongo Diamond Mine, which is the newest diamond mine in Sierra Leone, will hold its first ever sale later this month, IDEX Online reports. Tender viewings will be held in Antwerp from May 16 until the online sale on May 20.   Operated by Australia-based Newfield Resources, Tongo is
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Bridgerton: Extraordinary People, Extraordinary Rings

Dearest Reader,

While the ton are abuzz with the latest gossip regarding upcoming seasons of Bridgerton, this author is inclined to share which engagement rings our favorite leading ladies would sport… should they shop at Lauren B. However, gentle reader, before you continue on, know that there will be *spoilers* ahead.

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De Beers Production Goes Way Up in Q1 2022

Diamond mining giant De Beers’ has increased its rough diamond production by 25% year-on-year to 8.9-million carats in Q1 2022. According to Mining Weekly, the rise reflects “an improved operational performance and higher planned levels of production to meet continued strong demand for rough diamonds.” Full-year production guidance remains at
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