The Cullinan Diamond was found in South Africa on 26th
January 1905. The stone was discovered near Pretoria in modern-day South
Africa in 1905, and is named after the chairman of the mining company, Thomas
Cullinan. In its uncut state, it weighed 3,106 metric carats and boasted a size
of 10.1 x 6.35 x 5.9 cm. The Cullinan Diamond is the largest gem-quality rough
diamond ever found, weighing 3,106 carats (621.20 g), discovered at the Premier
No. 2 mine in Cullinan, South Africa, on 26 January 1905. It was named
after Thomas Cullinan, the owner of the mine.
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Cullinan Diamond found in 1905
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