One of the World’s Largest Diamonds Found in Botswana

On November 16, 2015

The fourth largest diamond was found in Karowe Mine, Botswana.

The diamond was named Lesedi La Rona and is 1.11 carats.

This Day in History - November 16

1519

Due to mosquito infestations, the city of Havana was relocated to its final location.

1965

The Soviet Union's Venera 3 space probe was launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome.

1907

Oklahoma became the 46th state to join the United States of America.

1532

Spanish conquistadors captured Atahualpa, the last Inca emperor.

2012

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 earned a staggering $500 million within 24 hours of release.

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