CULLINAN DIAMOND MINE
About 10 000 people from all over the world visit the small historic town of Cullinan annually. Cullinan has a rich history since the 1900's , integrated with the Cullinan Diamond Mine. Quaint restaurants in the old miners cottages, offer interesting dining experiences. Cullinan Diamonds situated on the inside of the mine, offers stunning diamonds and jewelry. Jacaranda lined streets, various tours through the historic town, and into the mine, and great activities for the whole family in the surrounding area, makes this town an ideal destination for any visitor.
The Cullinan Diamond Mine has produced some of the most famous and largest diamonds in the world.
Diamonds mined here include:
The Cullinan Diamond (3106 rough carats) - 1903
The Taylor-Burton Diamond (240 rough carats) - 1966
The Golden Jubilee Diamond (755 rough carats) - 1985
The Jonker Diamond (726 rough carats) - 1934
The Centenary Diamond (599 rough carats) - 1986
The Niarchos Diamond (426 rough carats) - 1954
The Premier Rose Diamond (353 rough carats) - 1978
The Star of Josephine Diamond (28 rough carats) - 2008
The Heritage Diamonds (507 rough carats) - 2009,
Unnamed blue diamond (25 rough carats) - 2013
Unnamed blue diamond (29 rough carats) - 2014,
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