Feb 26, 2020

Firestone Diamonds Sees Lower Output in Q2 on Power Disruption; Cuts Production Guidance for FY2020

Firestone Diamonds plc, in its production update for the quarter ended December 31, 2019 (Q2 FY2020) said that diamond recoveries fell as fewer tonnes of ore were treated on account of the disruption in power supply to the mine in October.

Feb 26, 2020

Botswana Diamonds Says Kimberlite Intersected on Marsfontein Project in South Africa

Botswana Diamonds has announced that kimberlite, identified by visual inspection, was intersected at shallow depth in two out of the three holes (30 to 33m and 36 to 39m) on Marsfontein in South Africa during its percussion drilling campaign on Thorny River and the contiguous Marsfontein project.

Feb 25, 2020

Lucapa’s Second Sale of Lulo Diamonds in 2020 Nets US$ 1.9 Million

The second sale of Lulo alluvial diamonds in 2020 brought in a revenue of US$ 1.9 million, Lucapa Diamond Co Ltd announced today.

Feb 25, 2020

Gemfields: COVID-19 Impact Dampens Lusaka Emerald Auction; Underlying Demand Stable

Gemfields Group announced yesterday that the results of its recent auction of predominantly commercial quality rough emerald held in Lusaka, Zambia from February 18-21, 2020 was in line with prior outcomes, though the fallout of COVID-19 dampened what might otherwise have been a buoyant result.

Feb 25, 2020

Diamonds Do Good Announces Winners of 2nd Annual Millennial-Focused Proposal Contest

Diamonds Do Good last week announced the winners of its 2nd Annul Proposal Contest which is focused on millennials, stating that the winning couple of this year’s contest, Nicole and Isaiah, will visit the Northwest Territories of Canada to experience the natural beauty of the third largest producer of natural diamonds.