The definition of an ethical diamond is continually evolving. Pairing these concerns is even more overwhelming when tasked with understanding the 4C’s of Diamonds and how it affects a stone's quality and price? That is why Bella’s Fine Jewelers offers a concierge style service to diamond buying. Our shoppers can rest assured that they are getting an ethical diamond that suits their needs and budget.
Ethically Sourced Diamonds
Ethical diamond standards apply to more than just the main stones of our engagement rings. These standards equally apply to the smaller diamonds that adorn our jewelry. This is made possible through our unique partnership with Jabel by David Connolly and their compliance with the Kimberly Process.
First, let’s discuss what Kimberly Process diamonds are? The term ‘Kimberly Process’ refers to any diamonds that fall within the parameters of the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme. This is a measure that is used to prevent ‘conflict diamonds’ from being sold throughout the world. In 2000, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the resolution, followed by the United Nations Security Council in 2003. The resolution prevents the trade of diamonds that have passed through terrorist organizations. In addition to preventing the funding of terrorism, the Kimberly Process has also created much safer labor practices for the miners.
Another recent update to the global supply of ethical diamonds is the United State’s Russian Diamond Sanction. This sanction was brought forth in 2022 in response to Russia’s invitations of Ukraine. The sanction prevents any diamond sale in the United States if it can be traced back to Russia.
At Bella’s Fine Jewelers, our jewelry designer, Jabel by David Connolly, provides written confirmation that the diamonds sold within their jewelry are both compliant with the Kimberly process and free from Russian Sanctions. We strongly believe that efforts like these must be prioritized to help ensure a safer world for everyone.
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The 4C’s of Diamonds
Even knowledgeable lovers of jewelry may find the process of buying a diamond thoroughly overwhelming. It is difficult to know if you are buying the right diamond for your budget. You must carefully balance Color, Cut, Clarity, and Carat to ensure you find the perfect diamonds for your engagement ring. At Bella’s we take the fear and mystery out of the buying process with our concierge style diamond buying experience. You can reach out to our buyer by emailing info@bellasfinejewelers.com to get started today.
Lab Grown Diamonds
Have you heard of Earth Grown Diamonds, Ground Grown Diamonds, or Lab Grown Diamonds? At Bella’s Fine Jewelers we believe that each of these diamonds has its place in today’s bridal market. Our diamond buyer will help guide you to the right stone for your perfect engagement ring.
Simply put, Earth and Ground Grown diamonds are the same. These diamonds have grown within the Earth, taking 1 to 3.3 billion years to form. These diamonds are mined from the ground as rough stones and faceted to bring out the stones most desirable inherent qualities. The stones can be faceted into pear, princess, marquis, cushion, oval, round, emerald cut, and more diamond shapes.
As the name suggests, Lab grown diamonds are grown in a laboratory. These diamonds take between 6 and 10 weeks to form. Similar to Earth Grown diamonds, these stones can also be faceted into a wide variety of shapes. These diamonds have the same properties as Earth Grown stones including chemical, physical, and optical.
Many people struggle to understand the difference in diamonds and which one is right for your engagement ring. While this is a personal decision that our diamond buyer will help you work through, the biggest differences are price and history. Earth Grown diamonds are more expensive but they offer a rarity in how long it took to form. Lab Grown diamonds are beautiful and affordable, though you forgo the romance of age and history.
At Bella’s Fine Jewelers, we look forward to helping you find the perfect diamond for your engagement ring. We will answer your questions, make suggestions, and ensure that you have the perfect setting for your diamond too! Simply reach out to our buyer to get started in your search.