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have the opportunity of buying your diamonds straight
from De Beers. This is a huge benefit because when
you buy straight from the source, there are no middle-
men.” In order to become a Sightholder, which is re-
ally a preferred customer, a company must commit to
buying a certain amount of diamonds every year and
obey certain other policies and guidelines set forth by
De Beers, including the implementation of best busi-
ness, social, and environmental practices. In addition,
Diamonds International must abide by the Clean Dia-
mond Trade Act, and be in compliance with all laws
and regulations that ensure that its diamonds are 100
percent conflict free.
According to Regev, Diamonds International’s plan for
the foreseeable future is simply to open more stores
under its corporate label, whenever a good opportu-
nity arises. Regev believes Jamaica to be an island
steeped in potential for growth and he hopes to ex-
pand on the island soon.
David Gad’s children, Morris and Albert, the founders
of Diamonds International, have fulfilled their father’s
legacy by building a thriving jewelry empire that he
helped enable with his seed money, connections, and
guidance. And perhaps most important was his inspir-
ing directive to them: “Believe,” he said. “Only you can
hold yourself back.”
PREFERRED VENDORS
Kerick Farquharson Custom Brokers Limited
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vices offered by Kerick Farquharson include: Motor Ve-
hicle Importation; Returning Residents Full Guidance
from Qualifying to Interview Entitlement and Clear-
ance; In Bond Trade, Importation of Energy Saving De-
vices; Import/Export Standards & Procedures; Import/
Export Laws, Rules & Regulations; Import/Export Per-
mits; Restricted and Prohibited Goods; Incentives and
Waivers; Preparation of Import/Export Documents;
Clearance & Delivery; and Church and School Informa-
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