Are Sri Lankan gemstones ethically sourced?

Yes, Sri Lankan gemstones are seen as among the most ethically sourced in the world; at least that’s what many people say. Sri Lanka keeps firm rules on the environment and labour, and the industry leans heavily on artisanal, low-impact digging, where heavy machinery is usually not used, and child labour is prevented.

In Sri Lanka, the gem business is kept under supervision by the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA). They set and enforce requirements for sustainable practices. Mining permits include duties to put the land back into shape after extraction is over, so environmental harm is reduced. Also, the local value chain is organised with a profit-sharing approach, meaning the money from a new discovery goes to workers in a fair, balanced way.