Discovery of diamonds in 1867
GPTKB entity
Properties (61)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
event
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| gptkbp:amends |
social dynamics in the region
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| gptkbp:associatedWith |
gptkb:Kimberley_Mine
gptkb:De_Beers_Consolidated_Mines mining accidents diamond certification processes diamond mining controversies. African_diamond_trade |
| gptkbp:contributedTo |
rise of mining towns
urbanization_of_Kimberley |
| gptkbp:culturalImpact |
inspired literature and art
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| gptkbp:established |
competition among miners
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| gptkbp:historicalContext |
Victorian era
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Discovery of diamonds in 1867
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| gptkbp:impact |
economic_development_in_South_Africa
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| gptkbp:influenced |
environmental policies
fashion trends mining regulations global diamond market global jewelry market consumer behavior regarding diamonds diamond valuation practices ethical considerations in diamond trade global trade agreements regarding diamonds colonial_policies_in_Africa economic_policies_in_South_Africa |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
exploration expeditions
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| gptkbp:ledTo |
formation of labor unions
increased mining activity development of diamond grading systems establishment of diamond exchanges formation of diamond syndicates formation of international diamond regulations formation of mining cooperatives improvements in worker safety regulations increased demand for diamonds increased investment in mining ventures increased wealth for local entrepreneurs development_of_infrastructure_in_Kimberley |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:South_Africa
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| gptkbp:notableFigures |
gptkb:Cecil_Rhodes
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| gptkbp:occursIn |
1867
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| gptkbp:relatedTo |
mining technology advancements
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| gptkbp:resultedIn |
improved transportation networks
conflicts over land rights increased scrutiny of mining practices increased collaboration among diamond-producing countries development of diamond cutting techniques development of mining laws establishment of diamond companies establishment of diamond trading hubs increased competition among jewelers increased public awareness of diamond sourcing increased transparency in diamond sales influx_of_immigrants_to_South_Africa |
| gptkbp:significance |
sparked diamond rush
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| gptkbp:sparked |
debates on conflict diamonds
interest in diamond mining technology interest in geology interest in sustainable mining practices scientific research in mineralogy |