Wafangdian Diamond Mine
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Wafangdian (瓦房店) near Dalian, Liaoning, is China's largest diamond mine, a kimberlite-hosted deposit holding much of the country's diamond reserves and producing its highest-quality gem diamonds.
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China's largest diamond mine
The Wafangdian area near Dalian in Liaoning hosts diamond-bearing kimberlite pipes and is the largest diamond deposit in China, accounting for a major share of the nation's diamond reserves. It is noted for producing some of the highest-quality gem-grade diamonds found in China.
What Wafangdian is known for
- Gem- and industrial-grade diamond from kimberlite
- Higher average diamond quality than other Chinese sources
Availability
Output is overwhelmingly directed to gem and industrial use, so loose collector crystals seldom reach the mineral-specimen market. Wafangdian's renown is as China's foremost diamond producer rather than as a display-crystal locality.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wafangdian Diamond Mine?
Wafangdian Diamond Mine is a mineral locality in Liaoning, China. It lies at approximately 39.6300°N, 121.9900°E.
What minerals are found at Wafangdian Diamond Mine?
Signature minerals from Wafangdian Diamond Mine include Diamond. The locality lies in Liaoning, China, and each mineral links to a full reference entry with formula, crystal system, and collector notes.
What is Wafangdian Diamond Mine known for?
Wafangdian (瓦房店) near Dalian, Liaoning, is China's largest diamond mine, a kimberlite-hosted deposit holding much of the country's diamond reserves and producing its highest-quality gem diamonds.
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