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Thursday, April 28, 2016

Emerald green Brochantite needles to 20 mm
Purchased from the late great Gilbert Gauthier.
 Keobola mine
Africa
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#jewelleryfacts365 88/365 Diamond fact

Occasionally large thefts of diamonds take place. In February 2013 armed robbers carried out a raid at Brussels Airport and escaped with gems estimated to be worth $50m (£32m; 37m euros). The gang broke through a perimeter fence and raided the cargo hold of a Swiss-bound plane. The gang have since been arrested and large amounts of cash and diamonds recovered. (source)

The wrecked van used by the gang was found near the scene

 
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