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Capture the Essence! of Ethically Sourced Diamond Mines in Northwest Territories, Canada, with this Ikuma Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring. Photo ©2014 EraGem Jewelry.
Canada's safest highway is a road constructed completely of ice in the subarctic Northwest Territories. Open for only 8 to 10 weeks out of the year, the road is newly constructed every winter, beginning shortly after Christmas. The road spans between Tibbitt and Contwoyto and services the Diavik Diamond Mines, as well as several others, allowing trucks to haul diesel, personal supplies, and important construction materials to the mines in order to maintain mining operations for the remainder of the year.
Once the road closes in early April, the only way to reach the mines is by airplane, an unsuitable option for hauling fuel and heavy materials. While the road is open, strict policies maintain the safety of the road. Given the road's length, the slippery nature of ice, and the thousands of trucks that travel the stretch throughout its brief season, the speed limit is set at 25 kph, and violations may result in banishment from the road for the remainder of the season.
It takes between 14 and 18 hours to drive the full length, demonstrating the depth of commitment required to bring ethically sourced diamonds to today's market. Without this feat of human genius, the beautiful, conflict-free diamonds found deep beneath Lac de Gras would remain hidden, and we would not be able to offer you this splendid Ikuma Diamond solitaire engagement ring. 10 years ago
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