Ethical Sourcing & Traceability

Ethical sourcing and full traceability are fundamental to who we are and how we operate. These principles are not marketing language for us—they are the foundation of our business and a responsibility we take seriously.

Every gemstone we offer is ethically sourced and traceable. We are directly involved in the gemstone journey from mine to market, allowing us to understand not only where each stone comes from, but also the people and communities behind it. Through our dedicated teams and long-standing relationships in key mining and cutting regions—including Africa, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, and beyond—we work closely with miners, cutters, and local partners, many of whom we know personally.

Our main office is based in Sri Lanka, one of the world’s most respected gemstone hubs. From here, and through regular travel to sourcing locations, we procure gemstones from our own mines and trusted partners. This direct engagement gives us deep insight into market movements, evolving standards, and future trends, while allowing us to uphold transparency and accountability at every stage.

Our Approach to Ethical Sourcing

We recognize that there is no single global definition of “ethical sourcing.” Mining practices, regulations, and economic realities differ significantly from country to country. Rather than applying standards designed for advanced economies without context, we take a thoughtful and grounded approach—one that prioritizes human dignity, fairness, and environmental responsibility within local realities.

At the core of our assessment is a simple but uncompromising principle: the well-being of people and their communities must be respected and fairly treated.

We categorically do not source or use gemstones if there is evidence or reasonable cause to believe they were mined under the following conditions:

• Child labour
  We adhere to the definition of child labour as outlined by the International Labour Organization (ILO). In many mining communities, it is common for children to accompany their parents to mining sites after school as part of daily life and cultural involvement. This presence alone does not constitute child labour. However, any form of exploitative or harmful child labour is strictly unacceptable to us.
• Unfair or exploitative compensation
  Miners must be paid fairly for their work and expertise. The gemstone trade today is increasingly transparent, with miners having access to information, technology, and global markets. We support fair negotiations and reject any practices that take advantage of miners or undermine their livelihoods.
• Environmental harm to essential resources
  Mining areas must not compromise community drinking water sources. In regions where riverbed mining occurs, local communities are well aware of water safety concerns and do not rely on these sources for consumption. Environmental awareness and responsibility are integral to our sourcing decisions.
• Conflict or illicit funding
  We do not engage in, support, or tolerate any transactions that directly or indirectly fund conflict, terrorism, or unlawful activities in any form.

Our Commitment

Ethical sourcing is not a static claim—it is an ongoing commitment that requires presence, dialogue, and accountability. By maintaining close relationships with the people at the origin of our gemstones, we ensure that our practices remain respectful, transparent, and aligned with our values.

We believe that true beauty lies not only in the gemstone itself, but in the integrity of its journey.