Ethical diamonds

Ethical Diamonds: Beauty with Responsibility

Ethics is imperative to our business ideology in Stienhardt & Stones and we advocate for the purchase of diamonds that are both beautiful and clean. The diamonds that we sell are manufactured and harvested with utmost precautions as to meet the set ethical, sustainable and transparency standards.

What Are Ethical Diamonds?

Ethical diamonds are the stones that are sourced or manufactured after consideration of the following:

  • Human Rights: Treating all the workers involved in mining and all processes of production properly.
  • Environmental Sustainability: Curbing the effects caused by the mining and production of diamond.
  • Transparency: Possibility of tracing the path of the diamond from ‘the mine to the market’.

Our Commitment to Ethical Practices

1. Lab-Grown Diamonds

We mainly deal with lab-grown diamonds, which are man-made diamonds and an eco-friendly substitute to mined ones. This type of diamond is made in a laboratory using sophisticated equipment under controlled conditions and therefore:

  • Custom made accessories like vintage engagement rings, monogram rings and engraved bangles add a personal touch in a true sense.
  • From anniversary remembrances to birthday custom earrings, such creations make very special timepieces.

2. Responsibly Sourced Natural Diamonds

For customers who are more inclined to natural diamonds, we provide:

  • Conflict-Free Certification: Really each diamond is certified conflict-free. As in, it has undergone the Kimberley Process preventing trade of blood diamonds.
  • Fair Wages and Safe Conditions: Where social responsibility is observed by empowering the local communities - and ethical to labor.

3. Recycled Diamonds and Materials

Diamonds and metals that we recycle:

  • Contribute to reducing waste materials by utilizing precious resources again.
  • Modern techniques help in preserving the originality of old fashioned designs.

Benefits of Choosing Ethical Diamonds

  • Peace of Mind: Awareness that the purchase is not only ethical but also sustainable.
  • Concerns for the Environment: Preservation of natural resources and the enhancement of the carbon footprint.
  • Encouragement of Social Justice: Encourage the payment of decent wages along with other working conditions in the entire diamond supply chain.
  • Quality Without Compromise: Ethical Diamonds provide the same little sparkle if not more than the ordinary ones.

How to Identify Ethical Diamonds

1. Certification

Make certain that the diamonds are from trustworthy entities, for instance:

  • Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS)
  • SCS Global Services for Sustainability
  • GIA Diamond Grading Reports

2. Transparency from Jewelers

Consider brands like Stienhardt & Stones that give more information on the aspects of raw material procurement, production, and environmental considerations.

3. Opt for Lab-Grown Diamonds

Another viable option that is most ideal to modern consumers and also environmentally friendly is lab grown diamonds.

Our Ethical Jewelry Collection

Browse through an extensive selection designed with conscience and responsibility.

  • Engagement Rings: Including lab created and non-conflict diamonds.
  • Wedding Bands: Constructed from recycled metal and ethically sourced stones.
  • Bespoke Jewelry: Made to your design using eco-friendly materials.