Eco-friendly Jewelry

What’s behind that sparkle?

Mining for gold releases mercury into the water system.  ‘Conflict’ diamonds have cost 3.7 million lives (although standards have recently evolved to towards improving this situation). And hard-rock-metal mining is the No. 1 toxic polluter in the U.S.

The good news is you can consciously boast about your baubles: buy artisan-made pieces made from earth-friendly materials (like sea glass), manufactured with fair trade standards. After all, thinking about the origins of what you buy – from jewelry to clothing to pragmatic purchases like food and drink – is a key tenet of living a rich, green lifestyle.