De Beers, headquartered in London, is one of the world’s largest and most successful diamond mining companies. Founded in 1888 by Cecil Rhodes, it has had a dominant presence in the global diamond industry ever since.
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The first diamond engagement ring was given to Mary of Burgundy from the Archduke Maximilian of Austria.
Before the 18th century, most of the world’s diamonds were found in India
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Bhavani Gems, recently created a record of manufacturing the world’s smallest certified cut and polished diamond with 57 facets weighing just 0.0003 carat or 0.00006 grams (3,333.33 per carat).