AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from South Africa > Diamond (polished black diamonds drilled for use as beads) |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 34163 |
Mineral: | Diamond (polished black diamonds drilled for use as beads) |
Locality: | South Africa |
Description: | Rounded black diamond crystals averaging 0.93 carats each that have been drilled with 1.2 mm diameter holes. The rounded shape is due to the crystals being tumble polished. Resembles black pearls. Only 13 beads are available. |
Overall Size: | 4-5 mm diameter |
Crystals: | |
Archived: | For reference only |
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