Good as Gold™ reflects our commitment to achieving the highest social and environmental standards across everything we cast. After years of exploring ethical sourcing options - including Fairtrade, post-consumer recycled gold and Single Mine Origin - we developed an approach that supports both people and the planet. So if you have been looking for a more sustainable options for jewellery casting in the UK this could be for you.
Good as Gold™ combines:
• 50% post-consumer recycled gold, keeping our carbon footprint as low as possible.
• 50% Fairmined Gold via a the credit system, providing financial support to artisanal mining communities.
This model draws inspiration from renewable-energy purchasing. When you buy green electricity, you don’t receive it through a dedicated cable - but a verified amount is added to the grid. In the same way, our Fairmined contribution ensures that certified, responsibly mined gold enters the global supply, even though the physical gold we cast remains recycled.
For every gram of recycled gold we purchase, we also buy a Fairmined credit at $4.70 per gram. These funds help artisanal mines improve working conditions, eliminate mercury and cyanide, invest in environmental restoration and build safer, more resilient livelihoods.
Mining will continue for as long as gold is in demand. By adopting a credit-based model, we minimise our footprint while empowering small-scale miners to adopt better practices. We believe there should be more sustainable options for jewellery casting in the UK, and we aim to be the UK's go to responsible and ethical jewellery casting workshop so adopting innovative solutions like this is key. We are the only UK company offering this ethical jewellery casting services
By choosing Good as Gold™, clients benefit from:
• a very low-carbon metal with additional social impact
• direct financial support for Fairmined artisanal mining communities
• a simple way to back both people and planet without compromising casting quality
Wondering what type of metal is the most sustainable? Or what is responsibly sourced metal? If you’re unsure which precious metal option is right for your jewellery brand and business, we’re here to help. Each of our metals has its own story, impact and advantages, and choosing between them can feel complex. We’re always happy to talk through the options and help you find the metal that best suits your values and your project.
