In exciting gem and science geek news for Pi Day, for the first time scientists have found one of the core elements of the earth on its surface. And guess where it was found? A diamond in South Africa. And, of course, it was discovered in the Cullinan Mine, which is best known as the source of the British Crown Jewels. That really is a trifecta for those of us that love science, gems and The Crown. Learn more at Smithsonian Magazine!

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(Nester Korolev/University of British Columbia)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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