Other reasons for purchasing an Eco Diamond are diamonds mined in conflict zones are used to fund civil wars, armed conflicts, terrorism and insurgency. They are rightfully labeled as “conflict diamonds” or “blood diamonds”. Conflict diamonds were estimated to be 4-10% of the total world annual production.
They have contributed to the deaths of over three million people in the past decade, forcing millions of children from their homes and turning them into slaves or soldiers. Some of these diamonds are still in circulation on the world diamond market. In an effort to stem the flow of conflict diamonds, the Kimberly Process was introduced to assure diamonds entering the world are conflict-free. Although it is a major step in eliminating conflict diamonds from the market, this system in its present form may not be working to its full potential. Illicit conflict diamonds continue to enter the diamond trade and mix together with diamonds from legitimate sources.
When you purchase one of JewelNet.com's laboratory grown Eco Diamonds you are assured and have peace of mind that it is a conflict free diamond and has been made in a socially responsible manner.
