Evan M. Smith, Steven B. Shirey, and Wuyi Wang, November 8, 2017
Explores an exceptional family of diamonds, referred to as “CLIPPIR” (Cullinan-like, Large, Inclusion-Poor, Pure, Irregular and Resorbed), that formed in a super-deep environment.
Read MoreKenneth Scarratt and Russell Shor, June 1, 2006
Eight decades after the Cullinan diamond was mined, a team of gemmologists examined the two famous gems that were created from it to become part of the Crown Jewels of England.
Read MoreA.J. A. (Bram) Janse, March 1, 1996
This article explores the mining developments and new diamond occurrences in Africa that led to many of the key concepts in modern geology.
Read MoreAkiva Caspi, June 1, 1997
Over the last 25 years, the diamond-cutting industry worldwide has been revolutionised by sophisticated instruments that provide invaluable aid in the process of creating a polished gem.
Read MorePeter C. Keller and Wan Guo-dong, March 1, 1987
One of China's most important discoveries to date is the Changma kimberlite district in Shandong Province.
Read MoreJohn M. King and James E. Shigley, June 1, 2003
The stories behind seven strikingly beautiful rare natural diamonds, united in an exhibit at the Smithsonian, are told here.
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