Diamonds (Natural): World Production, By Country Or Locality, And Type

This table presents detailed data on the global production of natural diamonds, categorized by country or locality and by type—gemstone and industrial quality—over the five-year period from 2017 to 2021. This information is crucial for understanding the dynamics of the diamond industry, which has significant economic implications due to its role in luxury goods, industrial applications, and employment in mining regions. Tracking production volumes helps stakeholders assess market supply, identify leading producers, and monitor shifts in production that may impact global diamond prices and trade flows.

Analysis of the data reveals that Canada, Russia, and Botswana consistently rank among the top producers of natural gemstones, with Canada producing 17,600 thousand carats and Russia 21,900 thousand carats in 2021. Botswana’s gemstone output rebounded to 16,000 thousand carats in 2021 after a dip in 2020. Notably, global gemstone production declined sharply in 2020 to 57,500 thousand carats, likely due to pandemic-related disruptions, before recovering to 73,900 thousand carats in 2021. Industrial diamond production also saw a significant decrease from 67,000 thousand carats in 2017 to 46,100 thousand carats in 2021, with Australia’s industrial output ceasing by 2021. Overall, the grand total of natural diamond production dropped from 151,000 thousand carats in 2017 to 120,000 thousand carats in 2021, reflecting both market and operational challenges faced by the industry during this period.