patterned diamond owl (IMAGE)

Rice University

patterned diamond owl

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The idea to grow diamond into intricate shapes ⎯ including an owl, the university’s mascot ⎯ was prompted by wanting to have a special keepsake to give to distinguished guests. 

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(Photo by Jorge Vidal/Rice University)

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