[Itabira, Brazil – September 17, 2025] – Belmont Emeralds, a global leader in sustainable emerald mining in Brazil, proudly announces its membership in the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the world’s leading authority on responsible practices in the jewelry and watch industry.
This milestone highlights Belmont Emeralds’ long-standing commitment to responsible emerald mining, ethical sourcing, transparency, and environmental stewardship across the entire emerald supply chain — from mine to market emeralds.
Strengthening Responsible Mining Standards
By joining the RJC, Belmont Emeralds aligns with the Council’s mission to promote integrity, sustainability, and human rights in the global jewelry and gemstone industry. As a member, Belmont has committed to achieving RJC Certification under the Code of Practices, the most recognized framework for ethical business conduct in the jewelry sector.
“For nearly five decades, Belmont Emeralds has placed sustainability, innovation, and community engagement at the core of our operations,” said Marcelo Ribeiro, CEO of Belmont Emeralds. “Joining the Responsible Jewellery Council is a natural step forward, reinforcing our pledge to deliver authentic emeralds that respect both nature and people. The certification process is not just a responsibility but also an opportunity to prove that our values are deeply embedded in everything we do.”
Raising the Standard for Authentic Emeralds
The RJC Code of Practices, recently updated to include colored gemstones such as emeralds, rubies, and sapphires, addresses crucial issues like responsible sourcing, labor rights, environmental impact, and product integrity. By pursuing this certification, Belmont Emeralds joins a select group of global gemstone producers dedicated to building responsible supply chains and delivering ethically sourced emeralds that meet international sustainability standards.
This achievement reinforces Belmont Emeralds’ mission: to ensure every emerald reflects not only unmatched beauty but also respect for communities, workers, and ecosystems.
About Belmont Emeralds
Founded in 1978, Belmont Emeralds is one of the world’s leading producers of responsibly mined emeralds. From its advanced operations in Itabira, Minas Gerais, Brazil, Belmont combines cutting-edge technology with sustainable mining practices to deliver emeralds of unparalleled quality to global jewelry markets. The company is internationally recognized for its social responsibility and environmental innovation, as well as its leadership in the colored gemstone industry.
About the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)
The Responsible Jewellery Council is the world’s foremost standard-setting organization for the jewelry and watch supply chain. With more than 1,800 members worldwide, the RJC promotes responsible business practices in the sourcing of diamonds, colored gemstones, gold, silver, and platinum group metals. The RJC Code of Practices aligns with international frameworks, including the OECD Due Diligence Guidance and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, ensuring higher accountability and ethical sourcing across the industry.