A meaningful piece of jewelry should come with confidence in the people you purchase it from. At Estate Diamond Jewelry, our commitment to ethical sourcing centers on preserving vintage diamonds, carefully considering what we acquire, and being transparent with our customers.

The Value of Choosing Vintage

Loose Diamond in Box With GIA Certificate

Choosing a vintage diamond gives an existing gemstone a new chapter. Already mined and cut, it can be treasured again in its original setting or become the centerpiece of a newly crafted ring.

That continuity is part of what makes antique jewelry so special. An intricate setting, a distinctive hand-cut diamond, and the workmanship of an earlier generation deserve to be appreciated and passed on. Choosing vintage keeps these pieces in use and preserves the artistry they represent.

Our Diamond Sourcing Policy

Unless otherwise stated, the diamonds used in our engagement rings are vintage stones. This includes the diamonds in our antique rings and the center diamonds selected for our newly designed settings.

When we consider a modern diamond, verifiable provenance is a requirement. We decline diamonds whose origins raise concerns and do not knowingly purchase stones associated with exploitative mining practices.

Careful Sourcing and Honest Answers

Afshin Negotiating prices on vintage ring at estate diamond jewelry showroom

We investigate the provenance of the diamonds and jewelry we purchase as far as reasonably practical. If we have concerns about a piece’s origins, we decline to acquire it.

Transparency also means recognizing the limits of historical information. A vintage diamond’s age does not, by itself, establish the conditions under which it was originally mined. Its complete journey may not be documented, and preserving an old diamond cannot change that history.

Our commitment is to make thoughtful purchasing decisions today and help you understand the information available about the piece you are considering.

Supporting a More Responsible Diamond Trade

We support the aims of the Kimberley Process, an international initiative whose certification scheme was introduced in 2003 to help prevent conflict diamonds from entering the legitimate rough diamond trade.

The scheme addresses a specific issue: rough diamonds used by rebel movements or their allies to finance conflict against legitimate governments. Its scope should not be confused with a comprehensive guarantee covering every labor, environmental, or sourcing concern.

Ask Us About Your Jewelry

Whether you are choosing an engagement ring or adding an antique jewel to your collection, your questions deserve thoughtful answers. We welcome conversations about a piece’s age, its diamond, and the history available to us.

Contact our team for personal guidance on a piece you are considering.