If you like Pink Diamonds, then hold on to your hat, because a monster Pink Diamond was found recently in Australia.  The stone named the argyle Pink Jubilee is over 12 carats, and has an estimated value of around $10 million.

The stone was found recently in a Rio Tinto mine that has produced 90% of the worlds pink diamonds, so although it is no surprise to find a pink diamond there, this is by far the largest pink diamond that that mine has ever produced.

For a better look at the diamond check out this Yahoo! report.

Did you know that January is know as National Breakup Month? That’s because some many relationships end in January, and divorce lawyers are so busy. We thought that we would shed a little light on divorce and breakups, so we created an infographic to help disseminate 6 of the most interesting facts that we found. If you like it, feel free to tweet or email about it and pass it along!

Did you know that more than 99% of diamonds are now conflict free?

In 2004 the Kimberley Process cited that 99.8% of the worlds mined diamonds are certified as conflict free diamonds.

We often get questions at the diamond lining about conflict diamonds, so we wanted to let you know some pertinent stats. The Kimberley process certification imposes requirements on its members to ensure that they certify shipments of rough diamonds as conflict free. That means that none of the proceeds from the sale of these diamonds aids conflict in Africa.

For more information on the Kimberley process please visit the following website http://www.kimberleyprocess.com.

Started in May 2000, The Kimberley process now has 49 members representing 75 countries and several governing bodies. The process offers a way to ensure the proceeds from the sale of diamonds remain conflict free. In 2006 review of the Kimberley process verified the effectiveness of the efforts, and offered several actions to enhance the system to ensure transparency and effectiveness.

The Kimberley Process offers consumers, and those of us in the diamond business piece of mind knowing that rough minded diamonds are moral and do not aid conflict.  It is great to know that the beautiful stones that bring so much joy around the world are moral and sustainable.

I’m sure we are not the only blog wishing our readers a happy new year, but that doesn’t make it any less meaningful.

In 2011 we were able to help thousands of people, and for that we are grateful. Our goal, our business, and our reason for being is to help people sell their diamonds and jewelry for the most money possible. Every time we are able to accomplish that goal, we are proud and grateful for the opportunity.

Thank you to all of the people who let us help you in 2012, we wish you a happy and a healthy New Year.