In recent years Canada has come to the forefront of the international diamond industry in a big way. Canada has become the third largest supplier of diamond rough in the world and will soon occupy the top spot as more and more Canadian diamond mines come on line. Recognising the benefits to the Canadian marketplace and, in particular, to the Canadian diamond consumer, Damiani Jewellers has forged a unique strategic marketing alliance with the premiere cutters and polishers of certified Canadian diamonds in the Northwest Territories, Arslanian Cutting Works Ltd.

The Arslanian Cutting Works, right beside Yellowknife Airport, uses only the most modern polishing equipment and technology in its Canadian diamond manufacturing facilities. A team of Armenian master cutters and polishers teach local apprentices the art of diamond cutting and polishing. They also help with the production of certified Canadian diamonds ranging from 0.20ct to 1.50ct in better qualities. Each diamond polished at the plant is meticulously checked and monitored by the latest computer technology. Only then is it given the Government of Northwest Territories for certification.

Our Canadian diamonds are in full compliance with the Federal guidelines established by the Canadian Competition Bureau, Government of Canada, and are governed by the standards of the Canadian Diamond Code of Conduct for Authenticating Canadian Diamonds. Also, our Canadian diamonds are independently graded by the premiere labs in Canada and each one comes with its own grading certificate.

The graded Canadian diamond, with its serial number laser-engraved on its girdle and with an accompanying "Certificate of Authenticity" is finally ready to be shipped directly from the cutting and polishing factory to Damiani Jewellers.

Firstly, when you select a Canadian diamond at Damiani Jewellers, you can be certain that it was cut and polished to the most exacting standards. When you check our on-line diamond inventory you will see that many of our certified Canadian diamonds are of the highest clarity grade (VVS) and of the highest cut grade (Ideal Plus) as well.

Secondly, you can be sure that our Canadian diamonds were mined responsibly. The companies that mine diamonds in the Northwest Territories must observe strong Canadian laws that protect the Arctic environment and the mine workers. Before diamond companies can build mines in Canada's Arctic, they are required to make a careful assessment of the environment. Under the permitting process, mining companies must demonstrate that impacts on vegetation, air and water quality, and wildlife populations are sustainable. In addition social and economic impacts on northern communities are carefully examined.

Thirdly, our superior pricing philosophy is clearly reflected in our on-line loose diamond inventory which we confidently publish, with prices, for easy reference. At Damiani Jewellers we believe in offering the best quality diamonds at the lowest prices… anywhere!!