Where Are Diamonds Mined? Countries That Produce ... Geology
The Big Hole diamond mine: This is a photo of "The Big Hole" diamond mine in Kimberley, South Africa. The mine was started in 1871 and closed in 1914. The mine was started in 1871 and closed in 1914. Thousands of workers toiled to excavate the 42acre open pit portion of this mine by hand to a depth of nearly 800 feet.