What is a conflict diamond?

They are diamonds sold in order to fund armed conflict and civil war. Warlords and rebel groups in countries including Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Liberia and Sierra Leone have used billions of dollars of profits from the sale of diamonds to buy arms and fund devastating wars.

The Kimberley Process is a government run international certification scheme that regulates the trade in rough diamonds. Its aim is to prevent the trade in conflict diamonds, while helping to protect the legitimate trade in rough diamonds.

Although it is a step in the right direction the Kimberley Process has a narrow definition of a conflict diamond and does not include polished stones and jewellery. The diamond industry has been left to police itself without a credible system to track diamonds from mine to high street.

What is the Jewellery Studio doing about this?

We can trace our diamonds – we know where they are mined and import through regulated, reputable traders.

We do not purchase or sell conflict diamonds

If you have any questions at all about our diamonds please do not hesitate to ask. Please call 02920 221144 or email Roger at enquiries@jewellerystudio.co.uk

The Jewellery Studio, Cardiff, Wales, UK are jewellers and designers of exclusive jewellery. Roger Williams, the owner and designer, began 25 years ago when he created a unique, exquisite collection, often using pure Welsh gold. Since, he has created jewellery collections in a wide range of materials including platinum, 18ct gold and sterling silver together with precious stones that include emeralds, rubies, sapphires, pearls and diamonds. The Jewellery Studio is also an importer of fine cut diamonds. The Jewellery Studio is also happy to undertake repairs to jewellery including resizing rings and re-mounting precious stones. We have one of the widest ranges of uniquely designed, necklaces and bracelets in Wales and the UK and are happy to design and create commissioned jewellery, including engagement rings and wedding rings. You need look no further than The Jewellery Studio Cardiff for your extra special present, gift or treat.

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