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Gemological Science International Achieves Global Accreditation as Verifier of Sustainability Rated Diamonds

Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the largest gemological organizations in the world, achieved SCS Global Gem Identification Verification Provider accreditation for its laboratories and offices around the world. All SCS-007 certified diamonds that are graded, scanned, and laser inscribed by GSI, and which have accompanying information on laser inscription, diamond dimensions, and carat weights, can carry the approved Sustainability Rated claim of achievement....

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Bario Neal Certified Sustainability Rated Lab Grown Diamonds – Bario Neal Blog

With more of our clients expressing interest in sustainable, ethical lab created options for diamonds, our Bario Neal gemstone specialists went in search of climate neutral lab diamonds that align with our commitments to sustainable and ethical jewelry practices. Our new US-grown diamonds come with a first of its kind Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) Certified Sustainability Rating. Our clients can now choose lab grown diamonds for select jewelry in our collections, including diamond engagement rings and wedding bands, and for custom jewelry designs. ...

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Matilde Mourinho wants to change the perception of lab-grown diamonds

There is no doubt that the jewellery market is changing. Just like the broader fashion landscape, where consumers are becoming more aware than ever of the impact that their shopping habits may have on the environment, we are finally asking for transparency regarding the brands we buy into, while many of us are also becoming more open-minded when it comes to investing in less traditional methods of production, particularly when it comes to diamonds. For Matilde Mourinho, a jewellery designer who recently launched her own sustainable jewellery brand, she wants to continue breaking down any misconceptions to do with real versus lab-grown diamonds....

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Q&A: Bradley’s Jewellers owner on why now was the time to launch first in-house lab-grown diamond collection

York’s Bradley’s Jewellers has launched its first in-house lab-grown diamond jewellery collection, Eco Rocks by Kay Bradley. Here Kay Bradley, founder and owner of Eco Rocks and Bradley’s Jewellers, tells Professional Jeweller what inspired the new direction for the business, whether there was any concern about stocking the relatively new product type, and how the range has been selling so far....

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Valley Rose Accredited to Carry Certified Sustainability Rated Diamonds

SONOMA COUNTY, Calif., October 25, 2021 /3BL Media/ - Fine jewelry brand Valley Rose announced today that they have been officially accredited as a retailer under the SCS-007 Jewelry Sustainability Standard, furthering their commitment to creating jewelry that "honors the earth." This achievement, confirmed by neutral third-party certifier, SCS Global Services, allows Valley Rose to sell and fully represent Certified Sustainability Rated Diamonds. The SCS-007 Standard is a notable advancement for the jewelry industry, as consumers increasingly demand that the diamonds they purchase meet the highest standards of ethical and environmental responsibility, protecting people and the planet....

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The lab-grown diamond report: All that glitters

The past three years have seen the lab-created diamond category expand and develop, though not all have embraced it – yet, writes ARABELLA RODEN. Three years on from the ‘watershed’ year of 2018, when natural diamond juggernaut De Beers introduced Lightbox Jewelry, the lab-created diamond category has gone from strength to strength....

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FTJCo Fine Jewellery Is First Retailer in Canada Accredited to Carry SCS-007 Sustainability Rated Diamonds

EMERYVILLE, Calif., September 16, 2021 /3BL Media/ - FTJCo Fine Jewellery is the first retailer in Canada to become accredited under the SCS 007 Sustainability Rated Diamond Standard for Trial Use. As an accredited retailer, FTJCo is approved to sell and fully represent Certified Sustainability Rated Diamonds online as well as in its retail studio in Toronto. The FTJCo accreditation was confirmed by a neutral third-party certifier, SCS Global Services....

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IGI To Award Prize Toward Sustainability

IGI, the first gemological laboratory to commit to carbon neutrality, is working to unite the industry with a new campaign focused on sustainability. IGI’s “Jewelers on a Mission” initiative invites eligible stores to complete a brief application describing why sustainability is important to their businesses and communities. The winner will receive up to $5,000 in credits toward becoming carbon neutral, and all participants will receive IGI’s playbook and road map for improving...

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