Visitor Finds 3.09-Carat Diamond at Arkansas State Park
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Keshia Smith discovered a 3.09-carat white diamond while visiting Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas. Park staff verified the gem, which she named the Za’Novia Liberty Diamond to honor her grandchildren and the nation's anniversary. It is the second-largest diamond found at the site this year.
Facts First
- Keshia Smith found a 3.09-carat white diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park.
- Park staff verified the gem as authentic at the Diamond Discovery Center.
- Smith named the diamond the Za’Novia Liberty Diamond to honor her grandchildren and America's 250th anniversary.
- The diamond was found on April 22 and is the second-largest recovered at the site this year.
- Smith traveled from Pennsylvania to Arkansas with her boyfriend and brother.
What Happened
Keshia Smith spotted a heart-shaped white stone while digging in the dirt at Crater of Diamonds State Park on April 22. Park staff verified the gem at the Diamond Discovery Center, confirming it is authentic and weighs exactly 3.09 carats. Smith named the diamond the Za’Novia Liberty Diamond to honor her grandchildren and the 250th anniversary of America. The find is the second-largest rock pulled out of the site this year.
Why this Matters to You
If you visit Crater of Diamonds State Park, you may find a diamond yourself. The park is a public volcanic pipe where diamonds... are naturally deposited. Because diamonds are non-porous and do not stick to surrounding clay or dirt, they can emerge from the soil looking clean, flat, and glass-like, making them easier to spot.
What's Next
The diamond's discovery highlights the ongoing possibility for public finds at the park. Visitors may continue to search for gems, and the park's Diamond Discovery Center will likely remain available to verify any discoveries.