Gemstones cut in source countries are rare

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.

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SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS ARE VIRTU GEM GOALS

The #1 sustainable development goal is NO POVERTY.  We take this seriously begining with transparency in pricing, meaning every miner, gem cutter or source country trader that sells a gemstone through Virtu Gem knows how much money there gem will be sold for.  That is revolutionary in the gemstone industry! Virtu Gem is intentional around every SDG but we do have a keen focus on SDG #5 GENDER EQUALITY.  We are a woman owned company and intentionally seek collaborations with women throughout our supply chain. We are members of The United Nations Fashion and Lifestyle Network

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