Editor’s Note
This article highlights a local jewelry company’s achievement in becoming the first in its state to earn a demanding international certification for ethical sourcing and practices. In an industry where transparency is crucial, such milestones underscore a growing commitment to responsibility.
The Hans D. Krieger KG company, based on Hauptstraße in Idar, is a pioneer in this multifaceted and sensitive luxury segment where trust is paramount, at least in Rhineland-Palatinate: It is the first company in the state to be certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC).
Where do the diamonds and gemstones come from, and under what working conditions are they extracted? These are just two of the questions that are becoming increasingly important for customers in the jewelry and gemstone industry.
