Fairmined

Fairmined is a certification standard awarded to responsibly mined gold that meets stringent criteria for ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship, and social impact, benefitting artisanal and small-scale mining communities. In the jewellery trade, Fairmined gold enables brands and retailers to demonstrate transparency, compliance with sustainability commitments, and alignment with consumer demand for responsibly produced luxury. Jewellery Focus covers all aspects of Fairmined’s relevance to the UK industry—from certification processes, sourcing channels, and pricing considerations to brand case studies, consumer perception, and the interplay with regulatory frameworks like the UK’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation. Our reporting supports jewellers, manufacturers, designers, and suppliers in integrating Fairmined gold into their supply chains, enhancing ethical credentials, and communicating value to discerning trade and end customers.