Emerald
Emeralds have been one of the most challenging stones to source ethically. I’ve spent years searching for options with true transparency from mine to market, and until recently, they were nearly impossible to find. A vendor I trust has begun offering emeralds from the Cabra Mine in Bahia, Brazil, which are then cut in a responsible cutting facility in China that focuses on workers rights. So far, I’ve only used these stones in a few designs, but I’m excited to see more material from this mine and explore new ways to weave emeralds into the collection. Read more about my materials and ethos here.
