Sparkling Surprise: 35-Point Gem Unearthed in Arkansas Diamond Field

The Arkansas Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas is the only place where visitors can hunt for real diamonds.

Discovering a Hidden Gem

A lucky Floridian, Denis Tyrrel visited the park on Tuesday only to walk away with a rare uniquely shaped 35-point diamond, making it the 487th diamond found at the park. The flat triangular-shaped white diamonds are the most sought-after because of their unusual formations, shape, and size. Unfortunately, we have no pictures to show since the story is relatively new this week.

Tyrell's discovery is significant for a diamond hunter who visits the popular park regularly. The diamond was registered as a 35-point diamond. Typically these diamonds can go up to 100 points per carat.

Denis Tyrrell, a seasoned diamond hunter from Florida, made a remarkable discovery Tuesday at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park. Tyrrell found and registered a 35-point, white, macle diamond, marking his 487th diamond find at the popular public park. More than 35,000 diamonds have been discovered at the park since the Crater of Diamonds became an Arkansas state park in 1972.

Now That's a Big Diamond!

The largest diamond in the U.S. found at the park was a 40.23-carat diamond named Uncle Sam as seen in the video below.

If you have never been to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, I highly encourage you to do so. You don't have to be a seasoned diamond hunter to enjoy the amenities. This might be the first time digging in the dirt could be fun!

If you're looking for a place to stay campsites, picnic areas, and walking trails are nearby. Visit the Crater of Diamonds State Park website for more information.

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