Archive - August 2010

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Mirny Diamond Mine Serbia

Information about the Mirny Diamond Mine

Mirny Russia, home of the world's largest diamond mine.

Pictures of the Mirny Diamond Mine in Russia - the world's deepest open cast diamond mine

This weeks roundup avoids the fires and focuses on the saga of the Chechen rebel leadership tussle.

The fascinating story of the Orlov Diamond, now on display at the Kremlin, Moscow

History and facts about the Shah Diamond, currently in the Moscow Kremlin

Some facts about famous Russian diamonds, including the Orlov diamond which can be viewed in the Kremlin

Information about Siberian Diamonds

Why would Guinea, a country that has no diamond cutting or polishing facility, want to buy $50 million worth of Russian diamonds?

Nasha Russia is a Russian version of Little Britain, produced by Comedy Club Productions.