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Like all mined natural resources, earth-mined diamonds take their toll. Advancements in sustainable mining have brought vast improvements for countries and companies who abide by them. Unfortunately, due to the instability of some countries in Africa and lack of environmental regulation and enforcement in other parts of the world, the environmental impact has worsened for many diamond mining communities.

Consumers

Unless you as a consumer can be guaranteed the origin of your diamond through a verifiable “chain of custody” from the mining to cutting, polishing and manufacturing of the stone — you cannot be sure your diamond was mined in an environmentally responsible manner. https://diamondsclassaction.com/

Buyer Beware

Many jewelry retailers are marketing themselves as eco-friendly or claim their diamonds are from environmentally responsible mines in Canada. Be sure to ask for a guarantee that can be substantiated with a verifiable record showing the “chain of custody” of your stone. A diamond originating in Canada can be “mixed” with dirty diamonds when being cut, polished or manufactured into jewelry in other countries.