Archive for August, 2008

The Kimberley Process is an international scheme for the prevention of the practice of trading loose diamonds in order to fund conflicts, mainly in central and west Africa. Such diamonds are often referred to as “blood diamonds.” For many years, rebel movements in those countries controlled diamond mines and forced locals to mine loose diamonds in order to fund their conflicts.

The Kimberley Process was signed by 73 countries, and is a cooperation between governments and industry. A whole process is required of members in order to receive the Kimberley Certification for their loose diamonds.

Great tastes predominated at the recent teen show awards. One of the hottest items this summer, very popular among young celebs, is the diamond pendant necklace. It’s beautiful and classic, and understated chic. The likes of Miley Cyrus. The diamond pendant necklace comes in many styles, and can look great with all kinds of looks.

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A citizen of Georgia has been caught trying to smuggle $200,000 worth of loose diamonds into Israel. Upon landing at Tel Aviv, the man collected his luggage form the carousel and headed for the green “nothing to declare” lane. As he passed though the lane, customs agents became suspicious. Upon inspecting his case, they were astounded to find a substantial amount of loose diamonds, worth $200,000. The man is suspected of trying to smuggle loose diamonds known as blood diamonds – diamonds sourced from countries were they are traded to fund conflicts, primarily in Africa.
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