I prioritise responsible resourcing because the jewellery industry has a dark side. It pollutes and places significant strain on the environment in areas where precious metals and gemstones are mined. The industry also undervalues and underpays miners and their communities, creating an uneven balance.
This is why I value transparency. I want my customers to see and understand where my materials come from. Also, why I choose to work with specific companies. By sourcing from small-scale artisanal mining, I support these mining communities. Together, we help sustain their income, ensure fair wages, and provide opportunities for schooling and education.
Moyo Gemstones
Moyo Gemstones was originally founded by Stuart Pool CEO of Ninteen48 and Monica Stephenson CEO of ANZA. More recently Piat joined as a partner.
Moyo Gems is a program to support women miners in Tanzania. I love this project and support it when I can. I tell my customers about this project during consultations when discussing their jewellery ideas.
Ocean Diamonds
Discovered in the ocean, these diamonds evoke personal memories of the sea for the wearer.
Local divers responsibly source them, leaving minimal impact on the environment. Over billions of years, these diamonds have travelled from land to river and finally to the sea. Each diamond comes with certified provenance and a location map.
Divers head out when the weather is calm, usually a few times a month. Using small boats, they stay close to shore, anchoring less than a kilometre away. They dive in shallow waters, between 0–12 metres deep, and spend about as much time as inshore fishermen. At the end of the day, they return home.
The equipment on the boats is made by local communities. In some cases, divers don’t use boats at all, swimming straight from the shore to collect the diamonds.
Diamonds For Peace
Diamonds for Peace is a non-profit organisation supporting diamond miners in Liberia.
This foundation was set up by Ms. Chie Murakami in 2014.
I had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Chie Murakami and Ms. Maki Yamagishi.
I am also a supporter of DFP you can also get involved by making a one-off donation or a monthly contribution.
Kamoka Pearls
Kamoka Pearls is a family-run business based on the pristine lagoon of Ahe Atoll in French Polynesia. Renowned for its stunning, sustainably farmed Tahitian pearls, Kamoka is committed to eco-conscious practices that protect marine biodiversity. Their pearls are cultivated using natural methods, ensuring exceptional quality and unique hues, while maintaining harmony with the environment. Each pearl reflects a blend of traditional expertise and a dedication to ethical, sustainable jewellery.
