Responsible Sourcing
Where It Comes From
Gold and gems chosen with intention.
Gold
It Matters to Me
I've spent years traveling, living in different places, seeing how things are made and what they cost, not just in money. When I started working with gold, I wanted to know where it came from.
Most gold enters the market through supply chains no one can trace. That didn't sit right with me. So I looked for better options. I found them.
The standard I hold
What I Look For
Traceability
I want to know where materials come from. Not vague promises, actual origin.
Fair Treatment
The people who extract these materials should work safely and be paid fairly.
Environmental Care
Mining always has impact. I choose sources that minimize harm and restore what they can.
Gems
And the Gems
I source gems from dealers I trust, many of whom I've known for years. I look for stones with character: natural, often unusual, always honestly represented. Some come from small-scale mines. Some are vintage or reclaimed. What matters is that I know their story, and I can tell you.
One of the ways
Fairmined Certification
What it is
One way I source responsibly is through Fairmined certified gold. It's a certification for small-scale mining operations that meet strict environmental and labour standards. I hold a Fairmined license, which means I can trace my gold back to certified mines. The premium I pay funds community development in mining regions.
When it applies
Not every piece I make uses Fairmined gold. Sometimes the right material comes from other responsible sources. But when it's Fairmined, you'll know.
License
CA30030
Valid 11/02/2025 to 11/08/2028
Verify the standard
Fairmined is administered by the Alliance for Responsible Mining, a nonprofit working since 2004 to transform artisanal and small-scale mining worldwide. Learn more at Fairmined.org
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