Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
Report of Foreign Private Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the month of,
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May
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2010
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Commission File Number
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001-14620
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Crystallex International Corporation
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(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
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18 King Street East, Suite 1210, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5C 1C4
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(Address of principal executive offices)
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40F:
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1):
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7):
Indicate by check mark whether by furnishing the information contained in this Form, the registrant is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
If “Yes” is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b): 82-_______________
DOCUMENTS INCLUDED AS PART OF THIS REPORT
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1
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News Release, dated May 19, 2010
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2
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Confirmation of Mailing, dated May 19, 2010
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Document 1
For Immediate Release
May 19, 2010
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Crystallex Reports Noteholders’ Appeal Dismissed
TORONTO, ONTARIO, May 19, 2010 – Crystallex International Corporation (TSX: KRY) (NYSE Amex: KRY)
reported today that the Court of Appeal for Ontario upheld the December 16, 2009 decision of Justice Newbould of the Ontario Superior Court and dismissed the noteholders’ appeal of Justice Newbould’s order.
Las Cristinas update
Crystallex is actively pursuing a resolution to the Las Cristinas permitting dispute and believes that a responsible large scale mining operation at Las Cristinas will benefit Venezuela, the environment, the local communities, and all the stakeholders. To that end, the Company is presently in discussions regarding potential transactions and partnerships that, if successful, should facilitate the successful advancement of the Las Cristinas Project.
In the absence of a successful transaction or a settlement with the Government of Venezuela, the Company is prepared to file for international arbitration.
About Crystallex
Crystallex International Corporation is a Canadian based company, whose principal asset is its interest in the Las Cristinas gold development project located in Bolivar State, Venezuela. Crystallex shares trade on the TSX (symbol: KRY) and NYSE Amex (symbol: KRY) Exchanges.
For Further Information:
Investor Relations Contact: Richard Marshall, VP at (800) 738-1577
Visit us on the Internet:
http://www.crystallex.com
or Email us at: info@crystallex.com
SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws, including: statements relating to the estimated reserves and resources at Las Cristinas; anticipated results of drilling programs, feasibility studies or other analyses; the potential to increase reserves and expand production, at Las Cristinas; Crystallex's projected construction and production schedule, and cost and production estimates, for Las Cristinas; and management's statements regarding its expectations regarding mining in Venezuela. Forward-looking statements are based on estimates and assumptions made by Crystallex in light of its experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors that Crystallex believes are appropriate in the circumstances. Many factors could cause Crystallex's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward
looking statements, including: gold price volatility; impact of any hedging activities, including margin limits and margin calls; discrepancies between actual and estimated production, between actual and estimated reserves, and between actual and estimated metallurgical recoveries; mining operational risk; regulatory restrictions, including environmental regulatory restrictions and liability; risks of sovereign investment; speculative nature of gold exploration; dilution; competition; loss of key employees; additional funding requirements; and defective title to mineral claims or property. These factors and others that could affect Crystallex's forward-looking statements are discussed in greater detail in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in Crystallex’s Annual Information Form (which is included in the Annual Report on Form 40-F that Crystallex files with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and elsewhere in documents filed from time to time with the Canadian provincial securities regulators, the SEC and other regulatory authorities. These factors should be considered carefully, and persons reviewing this press release should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Crystallex has no intention and undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements in this press release, except as required by law.
Document 2
May 19, 2010
hsawh@crystallex.com
Nova Scotia Securities Commission
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Securities Commission of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Alberta Securities Commission
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The Manitoba Securities Commission
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Ontario Securities Commission
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British Columbia Securities Commission
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Autorité des marchés financiers
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Dear Sirs:
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CRYSTALLEX INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
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The following were sent by prepaid mail to all registered shareholders of the above-mentioned Company on May 19, 2010:
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Proxy
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Notice of Meeting/Information Circular
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Annual Report for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2009
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However, we have not mailed to shareholders in cases where on three consecutive occasions, notices or other documents have been returned undelivered by the Post Office.
The above disclosure document(s) are filed with you as agent for the Company in compliance
with the regulations.
Yours very truly,
/s/ Vijaya Somasundharem
Vijaya Somasundharem
Associate Manager, Trust Central Services
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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CRYSTALLEX INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
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(Registrant)
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Date:
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May 19, 2010
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By:
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/s/ Hemdat Sawh
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Name:
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Hemdat Sawh
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Title:
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Chief Financial Officer
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