Conflict diamonds, also known as blood diamonds, are stones mined in war-torn regions where the proceeds are used to fund armed conflict and human rights abuses. One of the most notorious examples occurred in Sierra Leone, where rebel groups used diamond profits to fuel a civil war that killed over 75,000 people and displaced hundreds of thousands more.
Even today, the diamond trade remains a concern. According to The New York Times, governments are considering labelling Russian diamonds as conflict diamonds, citing their possible role in financing the war in Ukraine.
“Proceeds from that production are benefiting the same state that is conducting a premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified war,”
— George Cajati, U.S. State Department official.
While the Kimberley Process was introduced to prevent the sale of conflict diamonds, it has significant loopholes. Many so-called “certified” diamonds may still come from regions with unsafe working conditions, child labour, and exploitation.
At The Carat Creations, we believe that elegance should never come at the cost of ethics. That’s why we exclusively offer lab-grown, conflict-free diamonds—created in advanced facilities without ties to war, abuse, or environmental harm.
You get the same brilliance, durability, and sparkle as mined diamonds—without the dark legacy.
Beautiful. Responsible. Purely You.
The diamond industry is making efforts to trace diamonds from the mines to retail stores to prevent the sale of conflict gems. This process adheres to the standards set by the Kimberley Process (KP), an international, voluntary certification scheme aimed at eliminating the trade of conflict diamonds.
The KP requires participating countries to certify that the diamonds they export are conflict-free, based on their origin and the methods used in their extraction and trade. However, this is a challenging task since it is impossible to guarantee that a natural diamond in a jewelry store is completely conflict-free.
Many mining companies promote their diamonds as conflict-free, but verifying this claim is incredibly complex. That’s because mined diamonds often travel across several countries for cutting, polishing, and grading, making their true origins difficult to trace.
While the Kimberley Process was introduced to prevent conflict diamonds from entering the market, it has significant loopholes. As The New York Times reports, many diamonds still slip through—some mined in war zones or under unethical conditions.
A single mined diamond may change hands 20 to 30 times before reaching a store, making full transparency nearly impossible.
At The Carat Creations, we take the guesswork out of ethical sourcing. We use only lab-grown diamonds—guaranteed to be 100% conflict-free, beautiful, and consciously made.
When it comes to ethical luxury, lab-grown diamonds offer peace of mind and exceptional value. At The Carat Creations, all our diamonds are 100% conflict-free—grown in controlled environments with zero connection to war, exploitation, or environmental destruction.
Unlike mined diamonds, which may originate from regions affected by war crimes or human rights abuses, lab-grown diamonds are created ethically in advanced laboratories. With us, you’re guaranteed a diamond free from violence and controversy.
Lab-grown diamonds cost significantly less than mined ones, thanks to modern technology and lower production overheads. You get all the sparkle, fire, and durability—without the inflated price tag.
Choosing lab-grown means supporting a transparent supply chain. No forced labour, no environmental harm—just stunning, sustainable diamonds that align with your values.
