Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 2009 6:19 AM

To: 'XXXX'

Subject: RE: Crystallex Permit vs VZ bureaucy.

Hello XXXX, I hope all is well.

A group of Crystallex Debenture Holders have presented claims and motions in Court which the Company will defend vigorously and believes their claims are without merit.

Concurrently, we are continuing frequent communication (in the form of written, spoken and/or meetings) with Senior Venezuelan Officials regarding the Las Cristinas Project, our development plans and the overdue Environmental Permit issuance. To date no one has relayed any dissatisfaction with Crystallex, the MOC and the plans for Las Cristinas (other than the attributed negative comments and rhetoric whipped around in the press).

We are continuing to work for a favorable conclusion to this permitting debacle such as the Permit issuance and advancement of the Project for the benefit of the local communities, Venezuela, stakeholders and shareholders. Should a favorable conclusion not be achieved then the Company can file an International Arbitration Claim in the ICSID under the terms of the Canada/Venezuela FIPA.

We have continued the construction of the Sewage Treatment Plant and the new Medical Facility in KM88 and expect the construction of both to be completed within weeks. These projects are a part of the MOC and we are remaining in full compliance of all the terms and covenants awaiting the permit issuance.

Hopefully, now that the Constitutional Reform has been achieved by the Venezuelan Administration business, such as gold mining projects in SE Bolivar State, will be on their Agenda.

Regards,

Richard

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Richard Marshall

VP Investor Relations

Crystallex International Corporation