Sir Ernest Oppenheimer

Sir Ernest Oppenheimer was a prominent British-American businessman of German descent, renowned for his influential role in the global diamond industry. As a mining magnate, he founded the Anglo American Corporation and led De Beers, the world's largest diamond company. His leadership helped stabilize and expand the diamond market, making diamonds more widely accessible. Beyond business, he was involved in philanthropy and played a key role in South Africa's economic development during the early 20th century. Oppenheimer's strategic vision and leadership significantly shaped the modern diamond industry and its global reach.