【New York Cit】Plumb Club Mandates Members to Join Responsible Jewellery Council
Editor’s NoteThe Plumb Club, a leading jewelry industry supplier group, has announced a new mandate requiring all its members to obtain certification…
Ethical Sourcing
【Vancouver, W】Sourcing Stones with Columbia Gem House
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the pioneering work of Eric Braunwart and Columbia Gem House in establishing ethical and traceable sourcing…
【USA】Tiffany & Co Promotes an Era of Transparency in Luxury Jewelry
Editor’s NoteTiffany & Co. has announced a new transparency initiative, pledging to disclose the origin of newly mined, individually registered…
The Kimberley Process: How to Ensure Blood Diamonds Do Not Enter the Market?
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses the Kimberley Process, an international certification scheme established to prevent the trade in “blood diamonds”…
【South Korea】LG Chem “Excludes Use of Four Major Minerals from Conflict Regions like Congo”
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights LG Chem’s publication of its 2017 Sustainability Management Report, which details the company’s commitment to…
CIBJO Establishes Industry-Wide Working Committee on Responsible Sourcing Guidance
Editor’s NoteCIBJO has formed a new committee to develop industry-wide Responsible Sourcing Guidelines for the jewelry, gem, and precious metals…
【Geneva, Swit】Sustainable Luxury: Chopard’s Green Carpet Collection First to Use Ethically Sourced Gold
Editor’s NoteThe evolving relationship between luxury and sustainability is reshaping consumer values and industry standards. This article explores…
Diamond Market, Heavily Linked to War Zones, Could Change
Editor’s NoteThe term “blood diamond” carries a heavy legacy of conflict and human suffering. This article explores the potential for change within…
【Switzerland】Jewelry and Watch Brand Chopard Commits to 100% Ethically Sourced Gold
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the growing emphasis on ethical sourcing across industries, using Chopard’s “Journey to Sustainable Luxury”…
【London, Unit】Jewellery’s Naughty Little Secret: Treated Gemstones
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect of the gemstone industry: the near-universality of treatments. As expert…