While shopping for a wedding ring (yes, I'd be ending my bachelorhood soon!), some friends recommended some jewelry stores in One Utama and KLCC. One cryptic remark that caught my attention was about not digging too deep into the diamond industry.
Anyway, on Valentine's Day, Grace and I finally decided on a pair of platinum rings from "Wah Chan". But I've no idea how deep the rabbit hole runs, and will need to double check with the jewelry store on the issue of 'conflict' diamonds here :D
For more info, read on from Global Witness and World Vision
Anyway, on Valentine's Day, Grace and I finally decided on a pair of platinum rings from "Wah Chan". But I've no idea how deep the rabbit hole runs, and will need to double check with the jewelry store on the issue of 'conflict' diamonds here :D
Before buying diamonds, consumers should ask retailers about their policies on "blood diamonds" and whether they can certify their diamonds are not funding conflict. If such certification cannot be presented, inquire about other retailers who can.
"We want to remind the public, especially during the holiday season, to ask their jeweler about the '5 C's' in diamond buying — color, carat, cut, clarity and conflict," she says.
For more info, read on from Global Witness and World Vision
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