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Responsible Jewellery Council

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A rough, uncut diamond on dark soil, symbolizing the origins of precious materials, with a blurred hand holding a magnifying glass in the background, representing scrutiny.
Watches & Jewelry

What is the Responsible Jewellery Council's role in ethical sourcing?

Despite the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) certifying over 1,000 companies for ethical sourcing of rare gemstones and precious metals, critics argue its board is industry-controlled, leading to a

Henry Caldwell·September 3, 2026
A master jeweler carefully crafting an exquisite necklace from ethically sourced gold and diamonds in a well-lit, elegant workshop.
Watches & Jewelry

What is ethical sourcing in luxury jewelry and why does the RJC matter?

As recently as 2018, industrial gold mines supplying the luxury jewelry market were documented to involve human rights abuses such as forced labor, child labor, and sexual assault, according to JVC Le

Henry Caldwell·August 8, 2026