• Discovery: The diamond field at Crater of Diamonds was discovered in the early 20th century. In 1906, a local resident found diamonds in the area, and the mine became a formal diamond mining site.
• Mining: While the mine does not operate on a large industrial scale, it allows visitors to search for diamonds. The mine primarily focuses on small-scale mining and is a popular tourist destination.
• Notable Diamonds: Despite its small scale, people still find diamonds here every year, with some notable diamonds weighing several carats or more.

Production & Characteristics:

• Production: The Crater of Diamonds Mine does not produce diamonds in massive quantities, but it does yield some valuable stones each year.
• Diamond Characteristics: The diamonds found here are often in raw, uncut form and come in a variety of shapes and sizes.

Ownership:

The Crater of Diamonds Mine is currently owned by Arkansas State Parks and has been turned into a tourist attraction where visitors can pay an entry fee to search for diamonds.

• Exploration & Learning: The mine is not only an exciting destination for diamond enthusiasts but also offers valuable opportunities for research and learning about how diamonds form and have been mined for millions of years.

While Crater of Diamonds is the most prominent, other diamond mines in the U.S. have either been closed or are much smaller in scale and significance.