Conflict-Free Diamonds for Sale in Dallas, Texas

We're passionate about providing ethically sourced, conflict-free diamonds to our Shapiro Diamonds customers. These gems promote environmental sustainability and provide buyers with much-needed peace of mind, knowing that their purchase doesn't support conflict-driven, environmentally hazardous, or otherwise unethical practices. Understanding where your diamonds come from will help you find the most beautiful conflict-free diamonds for sale in Dallas.

 

 

Why Ethical and Conflict-Free Diamonds Promote Sustainability and Ethical Practices

Conflict diamonds are gems smuggled out of war-torn countries to fund rebel movements against legitimate governments. Conflict-free diamonds are mindfully sourced through certified traders to ensure they do not fund these destabilizing schemes.

Fair-trade diamonds come from companies prioritizing fair treatment of workers and their communities. Fair-trade diamonds are often connected to beneficial programs that provide education and safety training to their communities.

Ethical diamonds add another layer of protection to the mindfulness and sustainability of your purchase. Ethical diamond mining uses environmentally stable mining practices and safe, exploitation-free working conditions. An ethical diamond is extracted and processed in a manner that's respectful and supportive of the environment and community that it comes from. Responsible extraction techniques utilize practices such as renewable energy, land reclamation, and reduced water consumption.

Understanding where your diamonds come from enables you to make informed purchases that support the practices you're most passionate about. Sourcing your stones from ethical diamond companies can help to make a change in this industry.

In addition to only selling Conflict Free diamonds, Shapiro Diamonds is proud supporter of Diamonds Do Good, Diamond Empowerment Fund and Jewelers for Children.

 

 

How Diamonds Earn Conflict-Free Status

What is a conflict-free diamond? The Kimberly Process (KP), established in 2002, went into force in 2003. The 82 participating countries utilizing the KP impose rigid requirements on all traders and commit to transparent trade practices to ensure their diamonds are conflict-free. The Kimberly Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) certifies qualifying diamonds; look for this guarantee when you're purchasing your own diamonds to know they're from a conflict-free source.

Fortunately, 99.8% of rough diamonds produced around the globe come from KP members. At Shapiro Diamonds, we're committed to delivering only certified conflict-free diamonds so you can confidently make your purchase.

The Role of Grown and Recycled Diamonds in Ethical Jewelry

Even when ethical diamond mining practices are in place, it's important to recognize that the very nature of mining new diamonds puts a significant strain on the earth and the miners. Eighty percent of the world's gemstones come from artisanal miners who use simple tools, low-tech enrichment, and their own hands to conduct a significant portion of the mining. This process is less disruptive to the environment but more arduous for the miners. There are few perfect solutions for mining new diamonds. That's why lab-grown and recycled diamonds have garnered so much interest.

Lab-Grown Diamonds

The production of lab-grown diamonds uses one of two processes: high pressure high temperature (HPHT) or chemical vapor deposition (CVD). Lab-grown diamonds have the same chemical makeup as mined diamonds but the process of creating them uses sustainable practices. CVD lab-grown diamonds start with a tiny piece of diamond called a diamond seed. The production process involves placing the seed in a vacuum chamber and exposing it to high temperatures and carbon-rich gases. The carbon gas ionizes over a period of weeks and creates new particles that adhere to the diamond seed, gradually forming a new diamond.

The HPHT process places the diamond seed in carbon and submits it to electric pulses, creating extreme pressure and heat. The carbon melts around the diamond seed, forming a new diamond. HPHT diamonds can contain metal traces, usually invisible to the naked eye. HPHT diamonds are typically higher quality than CVD diamonds and do not need the same post-growth treatment that CVD diamonds require to achieve optimal clarity and beauty.

Recycled Diamonds

Reclaimed from other jewelry pieces and repurposed for a new use, recycled diamonds are carefully removed from their previous setting and often go through polishing and reshaping before they find their next home. Purchasing recycled diamonds reduces the need for mining practices of any kind. These stones are less expensive than new diamonds, but they retain the unique element of authenticity that comes with a diamond mined from the earth.

Conflict-Free Diamonds Certification and Guarantees

If you're purchasing a new diamond, a few resources will help you better understand the nature of your product and where it came from. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) report details the diamond's color, cut, clarity, carat weight, and origin. However, a GIA report doesn't guarantee a conflict-free diamond. You should also look for KPCS certification to ensure your diamond's status.

A certified lab-grown diamond is ethical because it doesn't put any undue strain on the environment when produced. At Shapiro Diamonds, we offer a variety of certified loose diamonds so you can purchase ethically sourced diamonds aligned with your values.

Future Trends in the Diamond Industry Toward Sustainability and Transparency

It's expected that the interest in lab-grown diamonds will increase as technology becomes more refined and produces more beautiful and authentic-looking gems. For those still interested in mined diamonds, the rise of blockchain technology can help. Blockchains can track diamonds from the mine to the market, offering much sought-after supply chain transparency. As customers become better educated and demand more conflict-free and ethical practices, the mining companies will have to evolve to remain competitive.

Explore Shapiro Diamonds’ Ethically Sourced Diamond Collection

You'll find a luxurious, comfortable showroom full of fine jewelry and diamonds at Shapiro Diamonds. We provide a personalized experience and treat each customer as a VIP. You can inquire about any of the ethical, sustainable, or conflict-free practices behind your diamond of choice; we're excited to tell you your stone's unique story. Book your appointment now to start your journey.