Ethical jewels | The Jewellery Editor

Bank of Luxembourg launches collector coin made from certified Fairtrade and Fairmined gold

The bank of Luxembourg marks the single biggest purchase of Fairtrade and Fairmined gold for coins which will mark their 175th anniversary of independence.

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A desire for ethical engagement rings fuels rise in sustainable bridal jewels in the US

Sustainable engagement rings are a growing trend in the US, and with so much choice, it's easier than ever to buy a ring with a clear conscience.

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New video: Chopard achieves a world first in Cannes with its Fairmined gold Palme d Or

Maria Doulton gets up close to the biggest star of the Cannes Film Festival: the very first Fairmined gold Palme d'Or, designed by Chopard jewellery.

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Chopard continues its journey into sustainable luxury with five new Green Carpet jewels made from Fairmined gold

Chopard adds five new high jewellery pieces to its Green Carpet Collection, two of which have already made their high-profile debut on the red carpet.

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World first: Chopard makes history with the first Fairmined gold watch

Chopard and Livia Firth hosted a press conference at Baselworld to launch the world's first watch made from Fairmined gold: the L.U.C Tourbillon QF Fairmined.

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Fairmined gold looks to the future with a new logo celebrating a new horizon in ethical mining

Spreading a clear message about its core values, the Alliance for Responsible Mining has unveiled a new logo for Fairmined gold.

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Pippa Small: philanthropic jeweller and pioneer of sustainable luxury

One of the best-known names in ethical jewellery, Pippa Small's latest designs are the ultimate in eco chic.

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The future looks bright for Fairtrade gold as more jewellers and consumers consider the provenance of their gold

Since its arrival in the UK in 2011, the number of designers using Fairtrade gold has grown rapidly, making it easier than ever to buy ethical jewellery.

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Livia Firth: my journey into sustainable luxury with Chopard

Livia Firth, founder of Eco-Age and the Green Carpet Challenge, on her collaboration with Chopard to create the first high jewellery using Fairmined gold.

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Put an ethical ring on it: how to buy an engagement or wedding ring with a clear conscience

While carat weight, clarity and colour are all important considerations, increasingly consumers are considering the origin and ethical integrity of their ring.

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Gold rush: Fairtrade jeweller Ute Decker on promoting ethical practices

Born in Germany and now based in London, 'the architectural jeweller' Ute Decker is an avid campaigner for ethical good practice - from mine to jewellery box.

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Cate Blanchett rises to the Green Carpet Challenge by choosing Chopard jewels for the Golden Globes

Wearing Green Carpet Collection earrings by Chopard, Cate Blanchett stepped out in the squeakiest-clean jewels ever to make an appearance at the Golden Globes.