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Can diamonds be found in oceans?

Updated: 9/20/2023
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Yes.

Called alluvial diamonds, these stones have been pushed into the sea by water flowing over volcanic pipes, which erupt to the earth's surface and bring diamonds with them.

Generally, then, these stones found in salt water are located near the mouths of rivers.

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