Posts

Showing posts from June, 2017

A Guide To Purchasing Conflict-Free Diamonds

Image
Have you heard about blood diamonds? Blood diamonds are diamonds that have been acquired through conflict, forced labour, child labour and smuggling. Even with a certification system that prevents people from purchasing these diamonds, the industry still exists. It can also be difficult to identify if you’re purchasing blood/conflict or conflict-free diamonds. One way to get rid of the blood diamonds industry is to be a wise consumer. In this article, we provide you with tips on how you can ensuring that you are purchasing conflict-free diamonds. Take note of the following steps: Ask the jeweller. – One way to determine if it’s a conflict-free diamond is to ask the jeweller where the diamond was mined. A trustworthy jeweller will always know where the diamond was mined or where they acquired it. If the jeweller doesn’t know, look for one who can. Do not purchase diamonds from countries known for supplying conflict diamonds. – The people managing the mines in these