Recycled Metals
Sara Patino Jewelry prioritizes recycled jewelry metal sources, and ensures all metal suppliers are Responsible Jewelry Council certified. The RJC is the world's leading standard setting organization that believes in responsible and sustainable business practices that prioritise people and planet.
By utilizing these metals already in circulation, we actively avoid contributing to the demand for new mining, preserving the earth's natural resources.
Under a microscope, recycled gold and silver are identical to non-recycled gold and silver. These metals undergo refining to achieve the same purity level as newly mined metals. So, precious metals can be recycled repeatedly without degrading their integrity, which means we don’t compromise quality or beauty to make sustainable jewelry.
Kinder to the earth
Our commitment to sustainability extends to the end of a piece's life; any item from our collection can be recycled to prevent it from ending up in a landfill. You can't say this about all jewelry. Each SPJ piece has a "925" and a "recycle symbol" stamped on it to signify its commitment to circularity. The "925" indicates it has a sterling silver base metal. The "recycle symbol" proves it can be melted and reused.
Origin of recyled metal
Recycled metals come from products that have reached the end of their life cycle. This includes items like old jewelry, electronic components, coins, and industrial materials. These metals are collected, refined, and processed to remove impurities, bringing them back to their pure form.
METALS TO FEEL GOOD ABOUT
Choosing recycled metals gives old materials a new purpose and helps minimize our impact on the environment. We also meticulously collect, reuse, and recycle our scrap metal and unused materials, ensuring a minimal environmental footprint throughout our production process.
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