Are Diamonds Found in Kentucky?
Yes, people have found diamonds in Kentucky. The summer of 1888 saw a gem-quality diamond unearthed on Henry Burris’s farm in the Chance area near Cabin Fork Creek. This 0.776-carat octahedral diamond, now part of the Smithsonian Institution’s collection, is a testament to Kentucky’s diamond potential. Additionally, the Montpelier area and an unidentified stream in…