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A massive cluster of emeralds weighing 37,555 grams (187,775 carats) has been discovered in Zambia, making it the largest such find in the country’s history.
The cluster was found at the Kagem emerald mine, which is one of the largest emerald mines in the world. It is estimated to be worth over $75 million.
The cluster is made up of over 2,000 individual emeralds, ranging in size from a few carats to over 100 carats. The emeralds are of exceptional quality, with a deep green color and few inclusions.
The cluster has been named the Kafubu Cluster, after the Kafubu River, which flows near the Kagem emerald mine. It is the largest emerald cluster ever found in Zambia and one of the largest in the world.
The Kafubu Cluster is expected to attract a lot of interest from collectors and jewelers around the world. It will be auctioned by Gemfields on November 17, 2023, in London, England.
The discovery of the Kafubu Cluster is a major coup for Zambia, which is already a major producer of emeralds. It is also a sign of the health of the emerald mining industry in Zambia.
The emerald mining industry in Zambia is worth billions of dollars per year and employs thousands of people. The discovery of the Kafubu Cluster is a major boost for the industry and is likely to attract more investment in the future.
The Kafubu Cluster is a truly remarkable find and is a testament to the beauty and rarity of emeralds. It is sure to be a major attraction for collectors and jewelers around the world.
Here are some additional details about the Kafubu Cluster:
- It is named after the Kafubu River, which flows near the Kagem emerald mine.
- It is the largest emerald cluster ever found in Zambia.
- It is one of the largest emerald clusters in the world.
- It is made up of over 2,000 individual emeralds.
- The emeralds are of exceptional quality, with a deep green color and few inclusions.
- It is estimated to be worth over $75 million.
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