Origin by De Beers Group
A Diamond With a Story
as Personal as Your Own
Origin is De Beers Group's groundbreaking traceability program — giving every natural diamond a verified story from the earth to your hand. Each Origin diamond carries a unique Code of Origin and is registered on Tracr™, the world's leading blockchain platform for diamond provenance.
At Skeie's Jewelers, we're proud to be an authorized Origin retail partner. When you choose an Origin diamond here, you'll know exactly where it was discovered, the billions-of-years journey it took, and the lasting positive impact it's made on communities and nature along the way.
Explore Origin Diamonds
Round Brilliant
Botswana
Cushion
Botswana
Emerald
Botswana
Pear
Canada
Unique Identifier
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Average age in billions years old
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Provenance
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Born Deep Within the Earth
A Journey Billions of Years in the Making
Your diamond is a rare creation of nature — shaped by time, heat, and immense pressure into something singular and extraordinary.
~4.5B
years ago
The Earth forms — a molten world of unimaginable heat and pressure.
~3.5B
years ago
Carbon crystallizes deep in the Earth's mantle. Diamonds begin to form.
~3B
years ago
Volcanic eruptions carry diamonds to the surface through kimberlite pipes.
~530M
years ago
Fish begin to populate the oceans. Life on Earth evolves.
~230M
years ago
Dinosaurs roam the Earth. Your diamond already rests beneath the surface.
~120M
years ago
Bees begin to pollinate flowers. The natural world takes shape.
~315K
years ago
Homo sapiens walk the Earth for the first time.
Today
current day
Your diamond is discovered, cut by master artisans, and ready to become yours at Skeie's.
Beyond the 4Cs
Symmetry, Sparkle & Story
ORIGIN redefines the way you choose a diamond, going beyond the 4Cs toward a richer, more personal proposition — the 4Ss. Every ORIGIN diamond is meticulously crafted with the highest standard of precision and symmetry. Each facet acts like a tiny mirror reflecting another through a symmetry axis, delivering incomparable brilliance and sparkle.
Fewer than 30% of GIA-graded diamonds with Excellent–Excellent polish and symmetry meet the rigorous standards of the ORIGIN cut. Each diamond must be crafted with such precision that every facet mirrors the other, folding perfectly in half to create unmatched symmetry. A one-of-a-kind symmetry video — generated from a precise scan of your individual diamond — is included in the digital experience so you can see this craftsmanship for yourself.
Impact
diamonds qualify
Sparkle, Social Impact
Your Diamond's Origin
Where It All Begins
Every ORIGIN diamond is traceable to one of four remarkable source countries — each with its own story of discovery, heritage, and lasting impact.
Economic Success
Botswana
Since diamonds were discovered here in 1967, Jwaneng and Orapa have helped support Botswana's economy, entrepreneurship, and business growth.
Major Contributor
Namibia
Rough diamonds arrived along the coast 40 million years ago via the Orange River. Today, these are the richest known marine deposits in the world.
Iconic Diamonds
South Africa
Since the discovery of the Cullinan diamond, South Africa's diamond sector has helped drive economic development for over 100 years.
Leading Force
Canada
Over 50 years of geological exploration — the Northwest Territories now produce the majority of Canada's diamonds.
A Meaningful Impact
The Journey Continues
Your diamond's journey doesn't end when you buy it. Its story continues by helping support livelihoods and conserve environments in the places where the diamonds are discovered.
ORIGIN diamonds help improve livelihoods by supporting entrepreneurs, businesses, and in particular women in business. They also help promote further education through scholarships and training.
ORIGIN diamond initiatives help support the preservation of nature. Programs work to protect and restore biodiversity through meaningful partnerships.
Discover Your Diamond's Story at Skeie's
Experience the Origin difference in person. Our team will guide you through each diamond's unique provenance, character, and impact — helping you find a diamond with a story as personal as your own.
