Archive for June, 2008

Diamond Mines in South Africa till WW1

Diamond mines have a wide and varied history, but have you ever wondered how South Africa came to be known for its diamond mines? Well, read on, and you can find out.
The first diamond in South Africa that led to the diamond mines that it is known for today was found in 1867. It was […]

Blood Diamonds

Diamonds are hard precious stones that look like cut glass. It is a beautiful clear and sparkling stone. They are made of carbon and are the hardest mineral in the world because of which it is used in cutting and grinding tools.
Manufacturing diamond should not harm any life. An organization called stop blood diamonds is […]


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