For the next few articles, we will again be focusing our attention on Greenland, bringing you up to date on the latest developments. The post below is a brief summery of the issues; For those who are new to my blog and this issue, you can review 17 past posts under this link https://fairjewelry.org/archives/category/greenland-rubies ~

Last October, in Boston, I met Shamsa Diwani, from the Tanzania Women Miners Association (TAWOMA). She opened a small paper wrapping, showing me exquisite tanzanite that sparkled like the afternoon sky. Tanzanite is a stone I’ve shied away from. Too many people have died in the large tanzanite mines, some of which employ child labor.

The Revere Academy, one of the most respected schools for jewelers, is going green. They purchase only recycled precious metal. They have implemented a number of green practices in their office and workshop as well. To learn more about their commitment, visit their website. www.revereacademy.com You can also see their recommended “Green Jewelry Bench Tips”