Who owns Ekati?
Arctic Canadian Diamond Company
Arctic Canadian Diamond Company owns a controlling interest in Ekati and is the operator… Over the mine’s early years, production was focused on six open pits (Panda, Koala, Misery, Fox, Koala North, and Beartooth) and three underground operations (Panda, Koala and Koala North).
Do Canadian diamonds have serial numbers?
A true Canadian diamond should have a laser inscription on its girdle with a serial number. They also should be accompanied by a trade logo such as the Canadamark symbol, the words Ice on Fire, maple leaf or polar bear.
Is Canadian diamond real?
Canadian diamonds are the stunning colorless diamonds mined in Canada. Fancy-colored diamonds are not commonly mined in Canada, although some yellow diamonds have been found at the Diavik mine and famous pink diamonds have been found at the Victor mine.
How many people work at Ekati?
1,800 employees
Approximately 1,800 employees and contractors work at the Ekati site.
Is the Ekati diamond mine still open?
Underground mining of the Misery kimberlite will commence in 2020, after open pit operations have been completed. Ekati Diamond mine, which is currently operated by Dominion Diamond is scheduled to remain operational until 2033.
How much is a 1 carat Canadian diamond?
In general, a 1 carat diamond costs between $1,800 and $12,000. The price depends on factors such as the Cut quality, Clarity, Color and Shape of the diamond.
How do you tell if a diamond is real or fake?
Lay the stone onto the dot with the flat side down. Through the pointed end of the diamond, look down onto the paper. If you see a circular reflection inside the gemstone, the stone is fake. If you cannot see the dot or a reflection in the stone, then the diamond is real.
Are Canadian diamonds worth buying?
Canadian diamonds are highly regarded because Canadian diamond mines have some of the world’s highest environmental standards. They are also conflict-free, having undergone a certification process that allows the stones to be tracked from mine through manufacturing, wholesaling and to the retail consumer.
When was the Ekati mine supposed to close?
Ekati Diamond mine, which is currently operated by Dominion Diamond is scheduled to remain operational until 2033. On November 13, 2012, CBC News reported that the Harry Winston Diamond Corporation, 40% owners of Diavik Diamond Mine, would buy Ekati for US$500 million.
How many carats of diamonds are projected to be recovered each year from the Ekati mine?
The Fox Deep project is expected to cost about $628 million U.S. [$760 million in current CAD] to develop, and $1.6 billion U.S. to operate. The mine hopes to recover about 11 million carats between 2033 and 2042.
What is the largest diamond mining company in the world?
De Beers is the world’s largest diamond company. The De Beers Group controls companies in the diamond mining, diamond processing and diamond trading sectors; and is active in all avenues of diamond mining – open-pit mining, underground mining, alluvial mining and offshore mining.
What is Arctic Canadian Diamond Company Ltd?
Arctic Canadian Diamond Company Ltd. is a Canadian mining company and one of the world’s largest producers and suppliers of premium rough diamond assortments to the global market. The mine is located approximately 300 kilometers northeast of Yellowknife in the low political risk environment of the Northwest Territories of Canada.
What is CanadaMark™?
The Canadamark™ hallmark program is a strategic initiative. Read More The Ekati Diamond Mine is Canada’s first surface and underground diamond mine. Read More Arctic Canadian Diamond Company Ltd. is a Canadian mining company and a significant producer and supplier of premium rough diamond assortments to the global market.
What is the Ekati Diamond Mine?
Read More The Ekati Diamond Mine is Canada’s first surface and underground diamond mine. Read More Arctic Canadian Diamond Company Ltd. is a Canadian mining company and a significant producer and supplier of premium rough diamond assortments to the global market. The company owns a controlling interest in the Ekati Diamond Mine, which it operates.
Where is the diamond mine in Canada?
The mine is located approximately 300 kilometers northeast of Yellowknife in the low political risk environment of the Northwest Territories of Canada. The Company is Canada’s largest independent diamond producer. We have offices in Antwerp (Belgium) and Calgary (Alberta, Canada).