Our Commitment to Responsible and Ethical Sourcing

We are dedicated to ensuring that the products we offer are made from materials sourced through responsible practices. While we do not mine or refine the gold ourselves, we carefully select vendors who adhere to strict protocols to guarantee that the gold they supply is conflict-free and ethically sourced.

Our Vendors' Gold Sourcing Protocols:

1. Refineries:
   Our vendors source gold only from refineries that comply with rigorous conflict-free standards. These refineries undergo independent audits and certifications to ensure that their gold does not originate from conflict zones or contribute to human rights abuses. The gold is fully traceable, allowing for transparency throughout the supply chain.
2. Banks and Precious Metals Trading Companies:
   When our vendors work with banks or trading companies, they ensure that all gold is sourced from certified refineries that meet stringent ethical and conflict-free requirements. These intermediaries must follow responsible sourcing protocols, guaranteeing that the gold they provide is obtained through ethical practices.
3. Subcontractors:
   Any subcontractors engaged by our vendors for components or finished products must follow the same responsible sourcing protocols. They are required to ensure that the gold they use is sourced from refineries, banks, or trading companies that comply with conflict-free standards. This includes any scrap or recycled gold used in manufacturing.
4. Scrap and Recycled Gold:
   Our vendors also ensure that any scrap or recycled gold they provide is responsibly sourced. This gold must be traceable, coming from identifiable sources such as customer returns, faulty inventory, or manufacturing waste. Suppliers of scrap or recycled gold must provide documentation verifying that the gold does not come from conflict-affected regions.
5. Know Your Counterparty (KYC) Principles:
   To maintain integrity in the supply chain, our vendors implement strict "Know Your Counterparty" (KYC) procedures. These measures require them to verify the identity of all organizations they deal with, ensuring that business relationships are ethical and that there are no suspicious patterns in transactions that could indicate unethical sourcing practices.
6. Due Diligence and Audits:
   Our vendors conduct thorough due diligence and undergo independent audits to ensure that all gold supplied is responsibly sourced. They are committed to following international guidelines and standards for conflict-free practices, and they certify that their gold meets these stringent requirements.

Vendor Sourcing Standards Include:

• Full traceability of gold throughout the supply chain.
• Independent audits and certifications to verify conflict-free status.
• Adherence to international guidelines for responsible sourcing.

Through these detailed protocols followed by our vendors, we can confidently offer products crafted from materials that are ethically and responsibly sourced. Our commitment to working with such vendors ensures the quality of our products and supports social and environmental responsibility.

We understand the importance of transparency and responsibility when it comes to sourcing both lab-grown and mined gemstones. While gemstones are a natural resource found in many locations around the world, the complexity of their mining, cutting, and exchange processes can make it difficult to trace their exact origin. However, we partner with vendors who follow strict protocols to ensure the integrity and ethical sourcing of the gemstones we offer.

Our Vendors' Ethical Sourcing Practices Include:

1. On-Site Inspections:
   Gemstone experts working with our vendors regularly visit gemstone suppliers and cutters in various countries to ensure that ethical sourcing practices and fair labor standards are upheld. These visits are essential to maintaining accountability and ensuring that the gemstones meet the highest ethical standards.
2. Trusted Vendor Partnerships:
   Our vendors only work with partners who are in full compliance with the laws, rules, and regulations of the countries in which they operate. These partners are required to adhere to a strict code of conduct, which is based on internationally recognized standards. This code promotes social responsibility and environmental sustainability in the gemstone supply chain.
3. Gemstone Treatment Disclosure:
   Transparency is key to building trust with our customers. Our vendors clearly disclose any treatments that natural or lab-grown gemstones have undergone. In addition, all gemstones are carefully labeled for easy identification, whether they are natural or lab-grown, so you can make informed decisions about your purchase.

By partnering with vendors who follow these responsible sourcing protocols, we are able to offer ethically sourced gemstones and provide full transparency about their origins and treatments. This commitment to ethical sourcing allows us to offer products you can trust, knowing that the gemstones are sourced with integrity and care for both people and the environment.

We take pride in offering diamonds that are ethically sourced through trusted vendors who share our values of integrity and responsibility. While we do not directly manufacture diamonds, we work closely with suppliers who adhere to stringent guidelines to ensure that the diamonds we offer are conflict-free and ethically obtained.

Our Vendors' Diamond Sourcing Practices Include:

1. Conflict-Free Diamonds:
   We are fully committed to providing conflict-free diamonds. Our vendors ensure that all diamonds comply with internationally recognized standards designed to prevent the trade of diamonds that fuel conflict. These vendors work within frameworks that guarantee diamonds are sourced in ways that promote peace and human rights, and they must provide evidence that the diamonds they supply meet these conflict-free criteria.
2. Rigorous Certification and Compliance:
   To ensure diamonds are responsibly sourced, our vendors comply with globally recognized processes designed to track the journey of rough diamonds from their origin. These processes include:
3. Trusted Partnerships and Vendor Accountability:
   Our vendors are required to follow a strict code of conduct, which ensures they operate in accordance with local laws, as well as international standards for social responsibility and environmental sustainability. This code obligates our suppliers to uphold ethical practices throughout the diamond supply chain, from mining to the final polished product.
4. Transparency and Responsible Sourcing:
   We maintain transparency about the origin of our diamonds. By partnering with vendors who align with global best practices, we ensure that the diamonds we offer are sourced responsibly, with attention to both ethical and environmental concerns. Our goal is to provide you with peace of mind, knowing that the diamonds you purchase are obtained through responsible practices that prioritize human rights and sustainability.

Through these strict protocols followed by our vendors, we are able to offer diamonds that are not only beautiful but also ethically sourced. This commitment reflects our dedication to providing high-quality, conflict-free diamonds that support responsible practices in the diamond industry.

We work with vendors who participate in internationally recognized certification processes to ensure that their operations uphold the highest ethical, social, and environmental standards in the jewelry industry. This allows us to confidently offer products sourced and crafted with integrity.

Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) Certification:

Our vendors are certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), an international organization that promotes responsible practices throughout the jewelry supply chain. RJC certification involves a rigorous independent third-party audit that examines all aspects of operations, from the supply chain and production processes to business ethics and employee health and safety.

As part of this certification, vendors must adhere to the RJC's Code of Practices, which ensures respect for human rights and environmental responsibility when sourcing materials such as diamonds, gold, and platinum group metals. Additionally, RJC members commit to continuous improvement, consistently striving to meet higher standards of ethical and environmental performance.

U.S. Patriot Act Compliance:

Our vendors also comply with the U.S. Patriot Act, having provided written verification to ensure their adherence to all legal requirements. This guarantees that they meet necessary standards for responsible sourcing and business practices.