Diamond Initial Paper Clip Pendant
Regular price $2,350.00Made in 14K Yellow Gold
Style no. 304-25137
Diamonds:
- Weight (total): between .45-.55ctw
- Clarity: VS2
- Color: G
- Cut: round brilliant
Created by The JBJ Collection, The original collection by J. Brooks Jewelers
Image depiction may vary based on letter placement
Message us to learn more about letter placement customizations! Can be made in 14K white gold & 14K rose gold upon request.
- Unlimited cleaning for all rings purchased at J. Brooks
- Annual polishing for all rings and re-rhodium plating for all white gold rings.
- Annual inspection of all jewelry purchased at J. Brooks.
- Unlimited cleaning for all jewelry purchased at J. Brooks
TWO WEEK RETURN OR EXCHANGE POLICY
Our risk free two week online return or exchange policy for stock* orders begins from the date of shipment arrival.
*RETURN FOR FULL REIMBURSEMENT*
We offer free returns on non-modified stock items for online purchases only. Please note, in store non-modified stock purchases are only eligible for exchange. All closeouts, modified, customized or special orders are non refundable, (including custom sizings).
In the case that items are damaged upon arrival, a full reimbursement will be made once a photo proving damage has been sent within 3 days of package delivery + the item(s) are returned to J. Brooks within the 2 week period. Message us to begin the return process.
All returns MUST be shipped back in their original packaging, and properly protected during shipment to avoid any damage.
When returning, please included any complimentary care items & gifts with purchase that were sent with the original order.
SHIPPING COSTS (WHEN RETURNING, EXCHANGING OR REPAIRING AN ORDER)
The client will be responsible for the return shipping costs. If you are returning for a reimbursement, a $10 (2-3 Day USPS) or $35 (2 day Fedex) return shipping fee depending on the carrier used, will be removed from your refund.
If you are doing an exchange, the shipping cost will be up to you. Please follow our guidelines for returning items so that the pieces are protected and eligible for an exchange. All in store exchanges will be no charge to the client.
If you are needing a repair on an online order, we offer a 1 year warranty that will cover any manufacturer error or problem. You will be responsible for the shipping cost of $20 to cover the shipping to us and back to you. If you are local to Utah, you may drop off your order that needs repairing at either our Murray or Lehi location and this shipping charge will be waived.
J. Brooks reserves the right to refuse an exchange/repair of any purchase made that does not meet the above requirements.
SPECIAL ORDERS & CUSTOM DESIGNS - FINAL SALE
We do not accept returns for all modified or customized orders. This includes size modifications.
*If the item has a lead time in the description when purchasing, this is a custom order*.
All custom items are final sale. Message us to learn more!
DAMAGES
All returning pieces must have no signs of damage or wear.
Scratches, damages or wear marks will void the return.
SHIPPING COSTS
We do not offer refunds on shipping charges.
J. Brooks is not responsible for additional shipping prices in the case of an upgrade to large return packaging.
If it is our error, we are happy to pay for the postage.
HOW TO RETURN
Please send your order to us in the same display, box, etc in which it was received.
To begin the exchange/return process please contact us HERE
Here at J. Brooks, we value authenticity and ethical practices in all of our business endeavors. Because of this, we are always sourcing items that are created ethically and contribute to the different communities and environments they are sourced from. To accomplish this, all natural diamonds sourced and set in new J. Brooks products are ethically sourced through the Kimberley Process. The Kimberley Process (KP) is an international initiative aimed at preventing the trade of conflict diamonds, also known as "blood diamonds". These are “rough diamonds used by rebel movements or their allies to finance armed conflicts aimed at undermining legitimate governments”.
HISTORY
The Kimberley Process was initially created in 2000 in Kimberley, South Africa, hence its name. The KP was established in response to growing concerns over the unethical trade of these diamonds and the devastating impact they were having on affected communities. It was initiated by governments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and the diamond industry to address the issue of conflict diamonds. The process was formally endorsed by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2000. The Kimberley Process was then fully established and began implementation in 2003 with the primary goal of preventing the flow of conflict diamonds.
The KP established a set of requirements and guidelines for participating countries to implement in order to certify that their diamonds are conflict-free. This includes implementing strict controls on the import and export of rough diamonds, as well as establishing a system of certification and tracking to ensure that diamonds are not being sourced from conflict areas.
The KP now has 59 participants representing 85 countries, with the European Union counting as a single participant. The participants include all major rough diamond producing, exporting, and importing countries. The diamond industry, through the World Diamond Council, and civil society groups are also integral parts of the KP. Within 5 years of launching the Kimberley Process reduced conflict diamonds from more than 4% of rough goods traded to less than .02%.
IMPACT
The Kimberley Process has made significant progress and plays a crucial role in reducing the trade of conflict diamonds. The KP has reduced conflict, increased economic development, and improved community empowerment. By helping reduce conflict diamonds and strategically organizing the process of mining and trading diamonds they have allowed communities to lean into this incredible natural resource. This encourages investment in the diamond industry, which can create jobs and stimulate local economies. By promoting transparency and accountability in the diamond supply chain, the KP indirectly supports community empowerment by fostering an environment where those locally affected have a voice in how diamond resources are managed and utilized.
Others that are improving the impact that diamonds can have on local communities include the The De Beers Group, World Diamond Council, Only Natural Diamonds, and Diamonds Do Good, amongst others.
- The De Beers Group: After over 100 years in the diamond and jewelry industry while controlling between 30-40% of the world's diamonds, the De Beers Group has multiple impact programs in place to give back and protect the communities producing natural diamonds. The De Beers Group owns and manages the Diamond Route which is located in southern Africa and consists of eight nature and heritage sites spread over 500,000 acres of land for conservation. With every acre of land they mine, they set aside six acres for conservation.
- Through their program Building Forever they focus on 4 main areas that are important to the industry. These include leading ethical practices, partnering for thriving communities, protecting the natural world, and accelerating equal opportunities. To J. Brooks, as a company of mostly women, one of their most exciting partnerships is with Un Women to increase technical and leadership roles within the jewelry industry.
Sources:
https://www.kimberleyprocess.com/en
https://www.worlddiamondcouncil.org/
https://www.naturaldiamonds.com/
https://press.un.org/en/2020/ga12242.doc.htm
https://www.diamondsdogood.com/
https://www.debeers.com/en-us/un-women-partnership.html
https://www.debeers.com/en-us/building-forever.html
https://www.debeers.com/en-us/de-beers-diamond-route.html
