Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Bressan is a geologist who covers curiosities about Earth. Over 70 percent of the world’s diamonds are mined from kimberlite ...

Want to know how diamonds form? Discover the natural process behind these precious gems—from intense heat and pressure deep within the Earth’s mantle to the journey they take to the surface. Plus, ...

Diamonds are made out of carbon — highly organized carbon, that is. Geologists are still guessing how diamonds formed in the ...

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“A diamond is forever.” That iconic slogan, coined for a highly successful advertising campaign in the 1940s, sold the gemstones as a symbol of eternal commitment and unity. But our new research, ...

Scroll down to begin the experience. Botswana’s Jwaneng Mine sits on the edge of the Kalahari Desert, a vast expanse spanning much of southern Africa, its arid plains peppered with acacia trees and ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The dramatic break up of an ancient supercontinent could be behind ...

A groundbreaking technique developed by scientists now allows for the synthesis of diamonds at normal atmospheric pressure and without the need for a starter gem — in just 15 minutes. Traditionally, ...

A 37-carat diamond, half pink and half colorless, found in Botswana, intrigues scientists due to its two-stage origin and rare purity.

More and more, people are turning to diamonds made in labs, not found in mines. According to reports, the lab-grown diamond market is expected to be a $50 billion industry by 2030. Diamonds made by ...