It was  reported an April 28th, that the United Nations has lifted a 6 year old ban on liberian diamond exports aimed at stopping “blood or conflict” diamonds from reaching the world market.

It is gratifying to see that the controls set up by both the U.N. and rough dealers have worked.  Though nothing can ever be perfect, we can honestly allay the fears of our customers.  Our industry does care and has always worked to make the countries in which diamonds are found, just a little bit better.