Sustainable wedding rings

Wedding rings stand as a sign of shared love, so why shouldn't they also symbolize love for our Earth at the same time? Sustainable wedding rings made from recycled or fair-trade gold combine two advantages: they can remind us of a special person, a special day, and give us shared strength, while also letting us think of the beauty of our Earth, where our love takes place, with a clear conscience. At Maren Jewellery, we believe this is the most beautiful and purest form of love on your finger. That is why we have designed classic wedding rings such as the Bold Essential Ring or the Essential Ring as well as more striking rings such as the Wild Lines Ring or the Wilderness Eterity Ring in recycled yellow gold or white gold. What they all have in common is that they are not only beautiful, elegant wedding rings, but were also made sustainably in harmony with our nature.

Wedding rings are the most symbolically powerful and emotionally significant piece of jewelry in many couples' lives. Wedding rings should therefore not only last a lifetime, but also remain beautiful for a lifetime. In addition, many couples find it important that the symbols of love worn on their fingers were produced in harmony with people and nature and can be worn with a clear conscience. In that case, the choice is sustainable wedding rings. To ensure sustainability when buying wedding rings, a few criteria should be considered. The rings should be made from high-quality, sustainable materials, such as recycled metals or Fair Trade metals, and crafted to a high standard. Attention should be paid to a simple, timeless design that can be worn for a long time and will not go out of style. Another important factor is production. Sustainable wedding rings should ideally be produced locally under fair working conditions and with fair pay. Since jewelry is always handmade, low prices can be a sign that either children were employed or workers were not paid fairly. That is why it is very important to find out exactly how they are made. Sustainable companies will answer every question openly and transparently.

Yes, at Maren Jewellery all jewelry pieces made from gold are made from recycled gold, including our wedding rings.

If you order high-quality goods, such as wedding rings, online, it is important to do so from trustworthy sellers. In that case, it is generally safe. When buying wedding rings online, you should always make sure you can trace where the ring and, if applicable, the diamond in it come from. Reputable retailers can always answer your questions transparently, appreciate you getting in touch, and are happy to share every piece of information with you so they can advise you as best as possible on your online purchase. A particular advantage of buying your sustainable wedding ring online is the fact that you and your partner can carefully and calmly get an overview of the information and details that matter to you, independent of store opening hours, and you will not be talked into a rushed purchase. And if, in the end, you are still not satisfied with your choice, you can always make use of your 2-week right of return and send the wedding rings back.

In Germany, wedding rings are traditionally worn on the right hand, but in other countries on the left. In our journal: Wedding Ring: Which Hand Is It Worn On? we write about the fascinating myths and legends surrounding this decision - whether right or left, the choice is yours!