These Akoya Pearl Earrings bring luxury and sustainability together, handcrafted in Fairmined eco-gold. Each pair features lustrous Akoya pearls with a stunning glow. The secure screw fitting keeps the pearls in place, so you can wear them confidently. The handmade French hooks let the pearls dangle elegantly, adding a timeless touch to your style.

Matching Akoya Pearl Pendant Available

Complete your look with the matching Akoya Pearl Pendant, also crafted in Fairmined eco-gold. The pendant perfectly complements the earrings, creating a stylish set for any occasion. This combination of eco-friendly gold and beautiful pearls makes an excellent gift or a special treat for yourself.

Customise Your Own Design

These earrings came from a bespoke order, and I can create a unique pair for you too. If you prefer Akoya stud earrings or another design, contact me for a personalised quote. I’ll work with you to craft a custom piece that suits your style, ensuring you get something truly one-of-a-kind.

What Are Akoya Pearls?

Akoya pearls shine with a rich lustre and smooth surface. They grow in saltwater oysters, originally from Japan, though now farmed in other regions. Their colours range from white, rose, and blue-green to creamy tones. I source my Akoya pearls from Marc’Harit, a company that supports responsible pearl farming.

Discover more about the differences in pearls on the GIA website.

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Stylish Akoya Pearl Pendant, meticulously handcrafted in a Fairmined eco-gold cup for a touch of luxury and sustainability. Designed with your peace of mind in mind, the screw fitting ensures extra security for the precious pearl, allowing you to wear it with confidence. The chain is 40cm in length in Fairmined gold and handmade catch.

Inspired by a bespoke customer order for a pair of earrings. Would like a matching pair of earrings for this pendant, contact me directly for a price quote.

What are Akoya Pearls?

As you may know, pearls come in a variety of shapes, colours and countries of origin. There are freshwater and saltwater pearls. So, how do you know which pearl comes from where? Find out more about the differences in pearls on the GIA website.

Akoya pearls come from saltwater oysters, originally cultivated in Japan, but more recently a similar variant comes from China. Their colours vary from white, white/rose, white/blue-green to cream-coloured.

My Akoya pearl supplier is Marc’Harit, a company based in Denmark.

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This sweet pink pendant features handmade, certified Fairmined Eco gold. I crafted the chain from certified Fairmined gold, and the pendant showcases purple sapphires sourced from responsible mining.

It’s simple, elegant, and easy to wear.

If you prefer colours other than yellow gold and pink, contact Saskia directly to discuss options and get a price quote.

Pink Sapphires

Most people know the classic cornflower blue sapphires, but did you know that sapphires come in a wide range of colours, including pink? You can find natural pink sapphires that add a soft, romantic touch to your jewellery. This sapphire comes from Malawi.

Fairmined vs. Fairmined Eco Gold

Fairmined is a non-profit organisation that supports small-scale artisanal mining communities. The two types of Fairmined gold are Fairmined and Fairmined Eco gold.

I source Fairmined Eco gold without using toxic chemicals like mercury or cyanide. This approach works because it comes from alluvial (open sky) mining. In contrast, regular Fairmined gold comes from underground mining, which may involve minimal cyanide use.

Both types of gold support the rehabilitation of local ecosystems. I track and trace the gold through the Fairmined Connect system, which ensures that I account for all purchased Fairmined gold, from mine to market. As a licensed jeweller, I must update this system twice a year to maintain my certification.

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