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by pzone 3755 days ago
The monopoly aspect of the diamond market is a pretty outdated claim. It is not currently possible to synthesize large, flawless clear diamonds. The supply side (mining/cutting/selling) is largely constrained by the ability to unearth the rarest high-quality gemstones.

http://www.resourceinvestor.com/2013/04/09/diamonds-driven-m...