We use components and gemstones sourced from trusted suppliers around the world. We use only high-quality sterling silver, gold and gemstones that have come from small-scale mine operations, and we have signed a pledge never to use conflict-free diamonds, fossilized coral, engineered turquoise/gemstones or any endangered resources in our work ever. We recycle all our scrap metal and a percentage of the metal we source is recycled as well. We employ the technique of electroplating gold over silver, this is a better option for the environment because it uses less solid karat gold.  Our jewelry is handmade in Bend, Oregon, USA.