Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: The Best Ethical And Eco-Friendly Jewelry

Jewelry is a classic choice for a Valentine’s Day gift, but it will mean even more if it’s eco-friendly and produced ethically. In fact, if you have someone difficult to shop for this Valentine’s Day, gifting a unique jewelry piece that was produced with fair labor and sustainable environmental practices is a way to win instant points. After all, who doesn’t want to feel like they’re supporting positive change on this planet? The following are some of the best ethical and eco-friendly jewelry gifts for Valentine’s Day in 2022.

14K Rose Gold Juniper Diamond Earrings by Brilliant Earth, $425

These delicate 14K Rose Gold Juniper Diamond Earrings are feminine and unique. They are made with recycled precious metals and Brilliant Earth is Certified CarbonFree — the company offsets its carbon emissions by supporting the Tropical Rainforest Conservation in Brazil.

Rose Quartz Cora Ring by Grace Lee, $1,788

Perfect for Valentine’s Day, this chunky Rose Quartz Cora Ring by Grace Lee is both romantic and sweet. The ring comes in 14K white, rose, or yellow gold. Grace Lee uses recycled gold and ethically-sourced gemstones in the production of its jewelry.

14K Gold Nile Studs by Washed Ashore, $480

These 14K Gold Nile Studs by Washed Ashore feature 100% recycled metal and post-consumer lapis that has been upcycled from secondhand jewelry. Washed Ashore also works hard to tread lightly on the planet by conserving water and minimizing carbon emissions. Its pieces are modern with a simultaneously timeless appeal.

Amalfi Necklace by SVNR, $350

Take your Valentine on a fantasy journey with this ethically handmade Amalfi Necklace by SVNR. Made of shells, quartz, agate, pink opal, and citrine, each necklace is a one-of-a-kind piece of art. SVNR uses re-used, recycled, and natural materials to help protect the environment.

14K Yellow Gold Mountain Range Diamond Pendant by Brilliant Earth, $990

If your gift recipient is a fan of the mountains, this 14K Yellow Gold Mountain Range Necklace by Brilliant Earth would make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift. The necklace sits on a cable chain and features a diamond accent atop a gorgeous mountain range. In addition to its own sustainable practices, Brilliant Earth also supports a variety of causes as part of its company mission — including Feeding America and the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund.

Blue Sapphire Column Ring Horizontal by Grace Lee, $2,588

This gorgeous Blue Sapphire Column Ring Horizontal by Grace Lee is the statement piece your Valentine will wear all year. It can be worn alone or stacked with another of the same ring (with a different stone perhaps). Grace Lee uses natural sapphires without enhancements so each piece is incredibly unique.

Flower Earring Back Small 14K Yellow Gold by Aurate, $1,000

For a pair of earrings that’s truly unique, gift these 14K Yellow Gold Flower Earrings by Aurate. They’re artisan made in New York City out of 100% recycled gold. Aurate is also committed to ethical production and sells directly to the consumer to keep prices fair and eliminate extra shipping.

Inez Cuff Bracelet by Vanessa Lianne, $195

Made from recycled gold, this Inez Cuff by Vanessa Lianne is both delicate and dramatic. The piece is handmade to order, but it will be worth the wait. Vanessa Lianne also offers a variety of customizable pieces that can be engraved with personalized messages.

Better Than Chocolates by 4ocean, $55

Each year, more than 36 million plastic-wrapped heart-shaped chocolate boxes are sold on Valentine’s Day, which unfortunately results in a ton of waste. This is why 4ocean has launched The Better Than Chocolates Gift Set which is made with plastic recovered directly from the Florida coastline. The bright pink Flamingo Bracelets symbolize the beauty and diversity that could be lost forever if the ocean plastic crisis isn’t addressed. The company pulls two pounds of trash from the ocean for every Valentine’s Day Bundle sold.