2025 Responsible Gem Boutique

Perpetuum Jewels

We’re changing the way you source diamonds and gemstones

We are not your ordinary gems supplier...

Our diamonds and colored gemstones, either antique or contemporary in origin, are certified as post-consumer recycled by SCS Global Services, a US environmental standards and auditing firm.

Every certified post­-consumer gemstone you source from us carries a unique ID number which corresponds to an entry in our database. You as Makers/designers as well as your clients, can verify their provenance and quality information on our database too. On single stones over a half a carat, this number may also be found laser inscribed onto the girdle as permitted by the gemstone..

VirtuGem

How our gemcutting contributes to SDG#1 No Poverty

Gemstones that are cut in their country of origin bring exponential value home to their source communities. Most gems are purchased rough then exported for cutting, our gems are cut in country. A faceted gem can fetch at least 5 times more money than a rough gem for the seller and miner.

We believe in the power of gemstone value addition. When you purchase gemstones from VirtuGem you are contributing to the employment of local women and men in Kenya, Malawi and Zambia. You receive an exquisite gemstone with a meaningful story at a fair price while you are contributing to changing the future of the gemstone value chain for the better.

Anza Gem

Moyo Gems

Moyo means 'heart' in Kiswahili. When you purchase a Moyo gem, you’re helping women artisanal gem miners (and their male allies!) in Tanzania and Kenya. We work to empower miners to work safely, improve financial security, and create stable, equitable markets for fair trade. A Moyo gem gives back a higher percentage of the sale than an ANZA gem, and this amount is re-invested into the Moyo Gems program to help run market days and support local community needs.

All our Moyo gems are traceable to the miner who we purchased it from and are cut either in the US by women faceters or by a group of five artisanal cutters in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Columbia Gem House

At Columbia Gem House, we're more than just gem enthusiasts – we are gem cutters, miners, and passionate advocates for responsible sourcing.

Family-owned and operated since 1976, we’ve dedicated ourselves to advancing the gemstone and jewelry industry with integrity and purpose. As pioneers of the world’s first Fair Trade Gems® Principles & Protocols, we provide mine-to-market traceability for every gemstone we sell, ensuring transparency and accountability at every step.

Our mission goes beyond fair trade. We are committed to making a positive impact at every step, benefiting both people and the environment involved.

Our vision is to create a world where responsibly sourced gems are the rule, not the exception.

ArHaz Jewels

ArHaz Jewels will showcase ethically sourced emeralds from Swat, Pakistan, tourmalines, and other gemstones, alongside handcrafted jewelry made by women artisans. The collection will include a few pieces from our diverse collection, intricate filigree silver jewelry, beadwork, and unique cultural designs that highlight the fusion of heritage and contemporary style.

Three brown crystals on a white surface
Collection of various gemstones displayed in a black case, each stone in its own compartment labeled with price tags.
Person sorting and examining a variety of small gemstones placed in individual display boxes and trays on a table. A magnifying tool is visible, and the work area includes a laptop and other organizing materials.
Person examining a small item closely using a magnifying glass, wearing a blue shirt indoors.
A person in colorful traditional attire, including a patterned headwrap, sits at a table displaying various jewelry pieces. The table holds trays with assorted jewelry items, including rings and stones. The setting appears to be indoors with people in the background working or conversing.
People examining items at a table during a jewelry exhibition.

Thank You to Our Generous 2024 Sponsors

The Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference would not be possible without the financial and operational support of our sponsors. All sponsorships help us secure visas, travel, and accommodations for our speakers and panelists who come from out of the country. We have all levels of sponsorships available, which is an excellent way to contribute to the responsible jewelry cause regardless of business size.