Jagersfontein Mine
CountrySouth Africa
RegionFree State
Year Opened1870
Size/Depth260 m deep
MineralDiamond
About Jagersfontein Mine
The oldest diamond mine in the world. Produced the 995-carat Excelsior Diamond, the second largest rough diamond ever found. Also produced the 650-carat Reitz Diamond. Closed in 1971 after 101 years.
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