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Natural Diamonds by Meirow+Klink

December 2, 2019
by martine

Since the emergence of the synthetic diamond (CVD), we engaged this problem as transparent and thoroughly as possible:

  • We only deal with natural diamonds
  • We comply with the strict regulations of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)
  • We solely act according to our internal regulations and processes that are verified by the external institute IGI (International Gemmological Institute)

We’ve been working together closely with IGI for many years and became one of the first diamond wholesalers to largely implement the screening-services of IGI. A sample of every parcel that entered our office was sent to IGI for extensive screening. After a negative result, we received the sealed goods back and documented the process thoroughly. Only after the successful completion of this process, the goods have been added to our stock.

This procedure is, of course, costly in terms of money and time, but was for us the only alternative to ensure our customers the delivery of natural diamonds.

A few weeks ago, we decided to invest in a CVD-testing machine: The GLIS-3000 GEM Luminescence Imaging System fulfilled all our requirements – that other machines were not able no match. 

The GLIS-3000 GEM provides us with:

  • The highest success rates at detecting CVD and other forms of synthetic diamonds,
  • quick and easy handling and
  • an industry-wide standard.

Our whole stock is being checked for synthetic diamonds. Every screening is documented and saved internally.

To maximize the guarantee, not only for us but especially for our customers, we continue to send samples to IGI. We take all these measures to guarantee the handling of only natural diamonds along the supply chain. This creates security that you can also forward to your customers.

Diamonds are our success

January 19, 2018
by martine

The diamond with all its mysterious qualities is the basis of success of today’s Company Meirow+Klink GmbH.
Expert knowledge in this special field, sound marketing research and the right sense for market conditions are the basis for our success.
Clear aims and visions paved the way for our strong position in the diamond market.
Trusted partners and a motivated team in our firm were reasons for our achievements.
We are proud of our work.

Compliance

January 19, 2018
by martine

The term ‘compliance’ is an English word and has the connotations ‘fulfilment’, ‘observance’, ‘abidance’. Within a corporate setting ‘compliance’ means the observance of both legal and internal regulations and commitments applicable to the enterprise and its employee associates.

The compliance with legal and corporate internal regulations is the basis for sustained business success of our company and for the cooperation with our business partners, customers and associates.

The Meirow + Klink Code of Ethics

The Meirow + Klink Code of Ethics was created with the purpose of providing the employees with some practical assistance for legally compliant behavior which is also in conformity with our objectives. It therefore offers mandatory standards for both the management and all employees of Meirow + Klink. Should there be any doubt as to whether a certain behavior or action complies with the requirements of the Code of Ethics, employees should seek advice from either our legal practitioner or from the management.

It is to be stated that illegal and irresponsible behavior will lead to harming the company, its employees, partners and suppliers. Therefore, every employee is assigned to prevent any illegal behavior on the part of the company and its employees and to contribute to illegal behavior being detected and discontinued.

RJC Policy

The RJC is a standards-setting organisation that has been established to advance responsible ethical, human rights, social and environmental practices throughout the diamond, gold and platinum group metal jeweler supply chain.

The RJC has developed a benchmark standard for the jewellery supply chain and credible mechanisms for verifying responsible business practices through third auditing.

As an RJC Member, we commit to operating our business in accordance with the RJC Code of Practices. We commit to integrating ethical, human rights, social and environmental considerations into our day-to-day operations, business planning activities and decision making processes.

Philosophy

January 18, 2018
by martine

Working within a dynamic market one has continuously to act and react to the given conditions. The market changes are a permanent challenge: the fluctuation in the US-Dollar, rising gold prices, economic developments, the changing customer demands, new trends and new standards, to name just a few. Only one who is flexible, quick and alert to these changes will succeed.

However, market flexibility on a high level is not everything. Long-term friendly business contacts are important to the goals of our company. Our reliability and loyalty are key tenets, both for our customers and our suppliers. We are proud to have many customers for many years who consider us their reliable suppliers and advisers. The success of our customers is also our success. We are happy only when our customers are happy.

History

January 17, 2018
by martine

In the 1960´s our senior head, Mr. Anzhel Meirow, was employed by an Israeli bank as licensed purveyor. Because of his expertise he started dealing in diamonds.
At the end of the 1960´s his employer sent him to Hongkong where he successfully established himself and got into the local market.
In the early 1970´s the same company sent him as a partner to Munich to get into the European market.
In 1975 Mr. Anzhel Meirow moved his market to the Gold-City of Pforzheim, the center of the jewelry industry in Germany. He founded his own company and named it, Diamanten-Meirow GmbH.
In 1977 his son, Mr. Igal Meirow joined the company.
In 1978 Roland Klink as well.
In 1984 Mr. Igal Meirow became the manager of the company.
In 1994 Mr. Roland Klink, so far the assistant of Mr. Anzhel Meirow, was appointed assistant manager of the company.
On July 1, 2009 the company was renamed “Meirow+Klink GmbH”. Both, Igal Meirow and Roland Klink are managing and directing the company with great success. Meirow+Klink GmbH are in a strong position in the market and is expanding continuously. The company stands for competence and has established a respectable reputation in the diamond business.

Location Black Forest

January 16, 2018
by martine

Pforzheim is internationally renowned as the „City of Gold “. Already in 1767 the foundation of the manufacture and production of watches and bijouterie were laid here. And inspite of the recent changes and the recession that has taken place world-wide, 80% of all jewellery exported from Germany comes from Pforzheim. So Pforzheim was and still is the “City of Jewels ” in Germany.

Both, the University of Pforzheim and the Goldsmith-School are training young designers and those who work with gold. These institutions play important roles in the continuation and the development in the field of gold and jewellery.

The Schmuckmuseum Pforzheim (Pforzheim Jewellery Museum), the only museum of its kind worldwide, specializes in the History of Jewellery. The pieces of rare gems exhibited there, have originated from many countries collected through the centuries. New treasures and other ornaments are constantly acquired and added to the permanent exhibit. Schmuckwelten Pforzheim (The World of Jewellery), another international centre of jewellery and watches, is a unique platform in Europe where one can admire and enjoy a very wide variety of unique designs of jewellery and watches. Also the Technical Museum of the jewellery and watch-making industry is visited by large numbers of people from around the world. Here the visitor can see historical machinery in action.

The geographical situation of Pforzheim is strategically ideal. The three rivers Enz, Nagold and Wuerm meet here. The city lies at the center of the Northern Black Forest Region, which offers a countryside of great diversity. Our company Meirow+Klink GmbH has for good reasons been located here for the past 35 years.

Products

January 15, 2018
by martine

Calibrated goods starting:

from 0,8 mm up to 5 carat,

from River D to Fancy Colour,

all styles of piqué to IF,

round brilliant cuts and Fancy Shapes,

from normal cut to excellent make,

we carry a whole lot of different varieties always on stock.

What is your special request?
Do not hesitate to contact us.

Activities

January 14, 2018
by martine

We are in a position to fulfill our customers´ wishes due to our long business experience and the excellent knowledge in the field of diamonds of our managers.

We are in a position to answer our customers´ demands quickly and reliably due to our international contacts, our ability to handle matters in many different languages and our world-wide net of suppliers.

To attract new customers and to keep old customers happy we offer a strong team with a high degree of competence, speed and reliability. Our service team is available for your needs at all times.

You can profit from a strong partner!

Natural love

January 2, 2018
by martine

Only a natural diamond contains the cosmic and earthly energy from its formation. This energy makes every diamond a unique product of Mother Nature, making the emotion everlasting.

We are well known for our high quality standards, especially in differentiating between natural and synthetic diamonds. Our mission statement is to ensure that our customers solely receive naturally and legally sourced diamonds.

All incoming goods are thoroughly checked and certified by the established gemmological institute IGI in Belgium. We continuously document these procedures.

This service is free of charge for our customers and has been implemented to guarantee security and trust in our goods.

Responsible jewellery council

January 1, 2018
by martine

On the occasion of the 250 year anniversary of the “Goldstadt Pforzheim” there is another big news apart from the presentation of the “Goldstadt-Cut 250”:

As from the 16th of March 2017 the Meirow+Klink GmbH is a certified member at the RJC (Responsible Jewellery Council). The RJC is a not-for-profit organisation setting high standards for the whole jewellery industry. The Code of Practices addresses human rights, labour rights, environmental impact, mining practices, product disclosure and many more important topics in the jewellery supply chain for diamonds, gold and platinum metals. Additionally the RJC is a thriving party for a real differentiation between synthetic and naturally grown diamonds, which has also been one of our unique processes in our business for several years.

We have undertaken an extensive audit executed by the highly qualified RJC examination board for which we disclosed all of our daily business processes, decision-making and supply chains. We were able to fulfill all points.

The Meirow+Klink GmbH now officially represents the values and standards of the RJC and acts accordingly. Furthermore all evidence for these will be delivered to the RJC. For further information please see www.responsiblejewellery.com.

We are happy to be rewarded with this prestigious certificate, as responsibility and transparency have always been a major part in our company. We pass this benefit on to our customers, which means that the RJC membership provides a solid and reliable proof for the social, ethical and ecological background of our products.