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Tennessee Grandfather Uncovers 2.29-Carat Yellow Diamond at Arkansas Park

A Tennessee grandfather visiting Crater of Diamonds State Park with his granddaughters found a 2.29-carat yellow diamond after about 30 minutes; park staff confirmed the gem, which he named the Sage Juniper Diamond, noting yellow stones are rare at the park. It was the third-largest diamond found there this year, with 351 diamonds registered in 2026; the park does not grade stones, and officials advised seeking a certified gemologist for appraisal.

via foxnews.com|

#arkansas #crater-of-diamonds-state-park #diamond

science1 year ago•2 min saved

Unveiling Earth's Rarest Mineral: A Singular Discovery

Kyawthuite, the world's rarest mineral, has only been found once, in Myanmar, and is currently housed at the National History Museum of Los Angeles County. Discovered by gemologist Kyaw Thu, this unique mineral was initially mistaken for scheelite but was later identified as a natural form of bismuth antimonate. Its rarity and unique formation conditions make it priceless, surpassing even the value of painite, the second-rarest gem.

via ScienceAlert|

#gemology #geology #minerals

science-and-technology3 years ago•2 min saved

'Beating Heart' Diamond Found in India's Mines.

A diamond company in India has discovered a rare diamond within a diamond, which they have named the "Beating Heart." The smaller diamond inside the larger one can tumble around due to the cavity inside. The company plans to leave it uncut and unpolished to promote the natural beauty of the gem. The diamond was found in Gujarat, India, and is the second of its kind ever discovered. The company hopes to use it to promote natural diamonds.

via Good News Network|

#beating-heart-diamond #diamonds #gemology