Jwaneng

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Botswana · Southern District
Diamond from Jwaneng, Botswana
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Jwaneng, in Botswana, is one of the richest diamond mines in the world by value.

About Jwanengextended article

What it is known for

The Jwaneng kimberlite pipes yield high-quality gem diamond and rank among the most valuable diamond mines on Earth.

What collectors look for

Output is gem and industrial diamond; Jwaneng is noted for the quality of its production rather than as a specimen source.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Jwaneng?

Jwaneng is a mineral locality in Southern District, Botswana. It lies at approximately 24.6000°S, 24.7300°E. Elevation is about 1200 m.

What minerals are found at Jwaneng?

Signature minerals from Jwaneng include Diamond. The locality lies in Southern District, Botswana, and each mineral links to a full reference entry with formula, crystal system, and collector notes.

What is Jwaneng known for?

Jwaneng, in Botswana, is one of the richest diamond mines in the world by value.

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