Kimberley Process
Definition
The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (2003), an international mechanism requiring rough diamonds to be accompanied by a certificate confirming they are not from conflict zones; covers approximately 85% of global rough diamond production but has documented weaknesses in verification.
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- Gems, Minerals, and Artefacts: Geological ProvenanceThe Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (2003), an international mechanism requiring rough diamonds to be accompanied by a certificate confirming they are n...