Gemfields is the worldÍs largest producer of coloured gemstones. But we prefer to think of ourselves as more than just a mining company. We are pioneers at an exciting new frontier where mining and marketing, exploration and ethics meet.

High-quality Zambian emeralds are our specialty, though we also produce Zambian amethysts and rubies from Mozambique. We do so ethically, sustainably and transparently. Our approach has set new benchmarks for fair-trade, environmental, social and safety practices _ a fact of which we are very proud. Our direct involvement in each step of the process from mine to market is unique, and allows us to guarantee the provenance of every one of our stones.

We have mining operations in Zambia for emeralds and amethysts, Mozambique for ruby, prospecting licences for other gemstones in Madagascar and are in the process of opening additional offices in other key gemstone countries around the globe.

We aim to turn the coloured gemstone business into a transparent market allowing investors, local communities and national economies to benefit from our operations and expertise. Gemfields believes in and sees significant benefit in being fully transparent in all our dealings and partnerships. Full disclosure of information and transparency in our business process is a crucial factor of our success.

Our mining ethics go beyond compliance as we aim to set new standards within this sector.