The jewellery industry is by nature associated with glamour and luxury, however beneath the surface lies a complex web of supply chains that often involve unethical practices. From the mining to the manufacturing, the journey of a single piece of jewellery can impact countless lives and ecosystems.

Understanding Ethical Sourcing

What is Ethical Sourcing?

Ethical sourcing refers to the process of ensuring that products are obtained in a responsible and sustainable way, considering both environmental and social impacts. In the context of jewellery, this means sourcing precious metals and gemstones in ways that do not harm communities or the environment. Ethical sourcing also involves fair labour practices, ensuring that workers receive fair wages and work in safe conditions.

Human and Environmental Impacts

Traditional jewellery supply chains often involve exploitation and permanent environmental damage. Mining itself regularly leads to deforestation, pollution of water as well as dangerous working conditions. Ethical sourcing of precious metals aims to eradicatee these impacts by promoting sustainable mining practices whilst ensuring transparency throughout the supply chain. Consumers today are becoming increasingly aware of these issues and are demanding greater accountability from jewellery brands and rightly so.

Precious Hearts: An Australian Example of Ethical Sourcing

An Ongoing Legacy of Morals and Integrity

Established in 2020, Precious Hearts has a reputation for integrity and Australian craftsmanship. We are committed to sourcing materials from suppliers who adhere to strict ethical standards, ensuring that jewellery is not only beautiful but also responsibly made.

Transparent Supply Chains

Precious Hearts prides itself on transparency. This commitment to openness of our supply chain and manufacturing processes builds trust and reassures our valued customers that their custom jewellery supports ethical practices. Precious Hearts specialise in memorial and sentimental jewellery and like to take the stress away from customers concerned about making the right ethical decision. By choosing suppliers who follow ethical measures, Precious Hearts contributes to the well-being of mining communities and the preservation of the environment, worldwide.

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Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)

The Responsible Jewellery Council sets standards promoting responsible, ethical, human rights and environmental practices in the jewellery supply chain. Precious Hearts works with RJC-Accredited precious metals, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to sustainability and ethically-sourced materials.

The Consumer’s Role in Ethical Jewellery Purchasing

Making Conscious Purchases

Consumers play an important role in supporting responsible sourcing by making informed decisions. By choosing to shop with brands committed to ethical practices, consumers can drive demand for ethically-sourced jewellery. 

Supporting Ethical Brands

Supporting ethical brands encourages companies to adopt responsible practices whilst also contributing to positive change within the jewellery industry. Precious Hearts creates high-quality jewellery designed to last, rather than creating highly sentimental pieces with a very short lifespan, like that of imported plated and vermeil jewellery. Ethical sourcing of high quality precious metals ensures that the beauty of jewellery is not tarnished by exploitation or environmental damage. Purchasing high quality, ethically-sourced jewellery ensures consumers can enjoy their purchases with a clear conscience, knowing they have made a positive impact on our precious planet for a piece that will stand the test of time.