When were the first diamonds in history recorded?

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The first recorded diamonds in history date back to India, with evidence suggesting their existence for at least 3,000 years, and potentially as far back as 6,000 years. This information is corroborated by W. Hershey's 1940 publication, "The Book of Diamonds." The diamond mining industry in India is thus established as being at least 3,000 years old, with implications that it may be even older. The discussion highlights the significance of historical records in understanding the origins of diamonds.

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When were the first diamonds in history recorded?
 
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Wiki says the following and gives a reference:

wiki said:
Diamonds have been known in India for at least 3,000 years but most likely 6,000 years.

Hershey, W. (1940). The Book of Diamonds. New York: HEarth'side Press. pp. 22–28. ISBN 1-4179-7715-9.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diamond"
 
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Which means they are prehistoric in origin and were likely recorded as soon as writing was invented.
 
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