Mining of Diamond and Precious stones

"Firestone Diamonds plc is a diamond mining and development company with assets located in Botswana and Lesotho. Firestone commenced production at the BK11 Mine in Botswana in July 2010 and plans to recommence production at the Liqhobong Mine in Lesotho 2011. Firestone also controls a substantial portfolio of diamond exploration and development projects in the Orapa, Jwaneng and Tsabong regions of Botswana..." more

REX Mining : " ... is a producer of top quality gem diamonds. Production from our mines has an average carat value of US$200, against a world average of US$58/ct. A significant number of the 900 strong workforce have been employed at the mines for over 20 years.
South Africa The two producing kimberlite fissure mines, Bellsbank and Loxton are well known. They have been in operation for over 40 years. Rex also holds large alluvial concessions in Namaqualand. " more

"Harry Winston Diamond Corporation (TSX: HW; NYSE: HWD) is a diamond enterprise with premium assets in the mining and retail segments of the diamond industry.

The Company supplies rough diamonds to the global market from its 40% ownership interest in the Diavik Diamond Mine, located in Canada's Northwest Territories. The Company's luxury brand segment, Harry Winston Inc., is a premier diamond jeweler and luxury timepiece retailer with salons in key locations including New York, Paris, London, Beijing, Tokyo and Beverly Hills.

Mining Segment – Diavik Diamond Mine
Through its 40 per cent ownership interest in the Diavik Diamond Mine, located in Canada's Northwest Territories, the Company receives and markets a 40 per cent share of the mine's rough diamond production. The Diavik Diamond Mine is Canada's largest diamond mine and has some of the highest grade diamond ore bodies in the world.
Harry Winston maximizes the value of its rough stones from Diavik and maintains a preferred position as a supplier of rough diamonds to the world's diamond manufacturers (cutters and polishers) by dealing directly with them and tailoring rough diamond parcels to the client's particular needs.

Luxury Brand Segment – Harry Winston
With a legacy of eight decades, Harry Winston Inc., the Company's luxury brand division, is a premier diamond jeweler and retailer of luxury timepieces, with a growing international network of sales salons in major cities around the world.
Long synonymous with the world's most spectacular diamond jewelry, the Harry Winston name denotes exceptional skill in showcasing the largest and rarest stones in beautifully handcrafted, unique settings" ... more

"To become Canada's premier, growth-oriented diamond exploration and development company that will succeed in the practical business of mining and selling rough diamonds but will also maintain an aggressive exploration strategy to seek and develop world-class diamond mining opportunities in a market that has become increasingly under-supplied.

This company is in a unique position to both lead and further consolidate the diamond exploration and development landscape, offering shareholders significant benefits and opportunities that include:

• A unique diamond project pipeline, unmatched amongst its peers, that includes development-track diamond properties and compelling, diversified exploration assets
• A strong management team with market profile and a track record of wealth creation for shareholders
• One of Canada's most experienced diamond exploration teams with a history of discovery
• Significant growth potential
• Enhanced financial platform, flexibility and access to capital
• No controlling shareholder" ... more

"Diamcor Mining Inc. has an established history of supplying rough diamonds to the world market. Our experienced operational team based out of Kimberley, South Africa has established relationships with diamond majors and a proven ability to manage projects from inception through to operating on a 24/7 day basis.

Diamcor focuses on the identification, acquisition, and operation of near-term production based diamond projects which have the potential to generate sustained rough diamond production and cash flow.

Recent transactions such as the closing of the Krone-Endora at Venetia acquisition from DeBeers Consolidated Mines Limited are aimed at increasing past production levels from approximately 2,000 carats per month to approximately 7,000 - 10,000 carats per month within 12 months.

The company is also targeting further growth through the identification of additional potential resources at our Krone-Endora at Venetia project, and via its ongoing discussions to acquire other near-term production assets with the potential to allow the Company to achieve targeted aggregate production levels of 25,000 - 35,000 carats per month within 24-36 months." more

" Diamond Fields International Ltd. is an internationally active exploration and mining company pursuing diamond and nickel opportunities worldwide. The Company's corporate strategy is to maximize cash flow from its Namibian marine diamond concessions and systematically explore and develop its international diamond and nickel projects. In addition, the Company continues to explore opportunities to acquire new economic mineral projects worldwide. " ... more

ALROSA Co. Ltd.

"ALROSA is the leader of the Russian diamond mining industry, a state-controlled diamond mining company that sees as its primary mission comprehensive solution of top-priority national objectives in the area of natural resource development.

ALROSA has the following strategic objectives for the period until 2015:

Development of Production Capacities in Sakha (Yakutia)
To enable it maintain the current levels of mining production ALROSA is undergoing transition to underground mining. The Company is expanding capacities at its International, Mir and Aikhal Underground Mines that were commissioned in 1999 and 2009, and is constructing an underground mine in Udachny which is scheduled to have been placed into operation by 2015

Reserve Replacement
A priority goal for the company is replacement and expansion of its diamond reserves. Though available reserves are sufficient to maintain production at the current level for next 25 years, ALROSA is engaged in active prospecting in Sakha (Yakutia), other Russian regions, and abroad..." more

"For over 125 years, Canadian Mining Journal has provided articles and information of practical use to those who work in the technical, administrative and supervisory aspects of exploration, mining and processing in the Canadian mineral exploration and mining industry.
With over 11,000 readers from coast to coast and a long-established reputation for editorial quality and depth on topics that matter, the Canadian Mining Journal is the only non-association publication that can deliver your advertising message to the key-decision makers in Canada's $35.1-billion-per-year exploration/mining industry.
Professional art direction and generous use of four-color graphics ensure an attractive milieu for your advertisement. Published nine times a year by the Business Information Group, Canada's largest publisher of trade magazines, this glossy magazine has competitive rates and excellent customer service" more

Multicolour.com

Multicolour.com

"Registered in Thailand, Multicolour Gems is a joint venture between Swiss, American, Thai, Dutch, and Australian shareholders. Multicolour.com stock a large selection of gems from a variety of sources in a broad range of sizes, shapes, and qualities.

Multicolour.com continue to buy in Songkea and Tunduru, Tanzania, our current buying is focused on the amazing new sapphire and chrysoberyl deposits in Southern Madagascar. On location at the mine sites every day, Multicolour.com buyers' are well known for their dedication and enthusiasm.

Of course business is important to us but at the same time we are proud that our cash does support tens of thousands of miners and diggers.

Buying direct means our cash goes straight to those lucky or hardworking enough to find the gems. The money is injected straight into the heart of communities that desperately need support.

As the Multicolour.com website continues to grow, we are committed to a continuous improvement in the quality and accuracy of our images. We do not enhance the colors of our images. New pictures are uploaded every day and our online display will continue to grow as fast as we can photograph."