Lucara Diamond Corp. announced last week that it had selected the name ‘Sewelô’ (meaning ‘rare find’ in Setswana) for the 1,758 carat rough diamond recovered at its Karowe mine in April this year. The name was selected from over 22,000 submissions in a contest open to all citizens of Botswana.

The announcement was made during a gala event hosted by Lucara Botswana in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi, President of the Republic of Botswana, the Company said.

The unbroken 1,758 carat stone was mined from the EM/PK(S) unit of the South Lobe at the Karowe mine and was recovered through Lucara's XRT circuit in April 2019.

Lucara also said that it has completed its analysis of the Sewelô Diamond and is considering the next steps toward its sale, reiterating that the Company is committed to ensuring that the diamond has a lasting and positive impact on Botswana.

The Company said that it is proud to have once again invited and engaged with the people of Botswana to choose the name of such an iconic diamond recovered at the Karowe Mine.

Eira Thomas, CEO, commented: "The largest diamond recovered in Botswana's history was named by the people of Botswana this evening in a celebration of Botswana's success. Lucara is proud to share our achievements with all stakeholders in Karowe and the people of Botswana.  We are in the process of completing an analysis of the Sewelô and we look forward to sharing the results of this rare find."

Pic caption: Gofaone Tlhabuswe of Gabane Village, winner of the naming competition for Lucara’s 1,758 ct diamond, receiving the cheque

Pic courtesy: Lucara Diamond Facebook / Twitter