Charles & Colvard Moissanite
Following a rich gemological history, Charles and Colvard (the sole manufacturer of the gemstone Moissanite) pride themselves on the quality assurance that surrounds the creation of the world's only gemstone that can even come close to the brilliance of a diamond. Because of this, Moissanite has become the worlds foremost alternative to the potential of conflict diamonds.
For more information about Charles and Colvard Moissanite visit: www.moissanite.com
GIA - Gemological Institute of America
The GIA is the worlds premiere organization dedicated to gemological research and education. The origin of the "four Cs" (Cut, Clarity, Color and Carat weight) was developed here. Mainly known as the worlds best resource for learning about diamonds, they also involved with pearls and colored gemstones.
For more information about the GIA, please visit: www.gia.edu
Conflict Diamonds and the Kimberley Process (KP)
As the diamond industry continues to be marred by devastating allegations that surround conflict diamonds and their humanitarian challenges, governments and industry have created an initiative to counteract the spread of conflict diamonds, and to impose certification requirement verification.
To learn more about conflict diamonds please visit: www.kimberleyprocess.com |
