What are Conflict Diamonds?
Conflict diamonds are gems mined illegally by rebel groups and sold to buy weapons. As such, conflict diamonds help fuel wars and add to instability in regions with fragile governments, particularly in Western and Central Africa.
Avoid Purchasing Conflict Diamonds
As of 2009, more than 99% of the world's diamonds are conflict-free, according to the World Diamond Council (www.diamondfacts.org,...
