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Despite gold's price slump, strong copper and iron ore prices lifted MINING.COM's ranking of the world's 50 most valuable miners to a new record high of $1.35 trillion.

The Attawapiskat First Nation opposes a new planned mine landfill on its traditional territory, citing threats to cultural sites.

The Type IIb gem is said to be of “exceptional quality” due to both its colour and clarity.

The diamond miner said it had obtained further information relating to the allegations, which will help with the preparation of its report.