Jewelry Created by the Love of Mother Earth

Jewelry Created by the Love of Mother Earth

it’s the perfect time to celebrate our planet and the incredible mothers who teach us how to love our beautiful earth! 🌍💚

Earth Day this year is on April 22nd and Mother’s Day is in May. 

At Beksan Designs, we believe that beauty and sustainability go hand in hand. That’s why we are committed to crafting eco-friendly jewelry using sustainable metals and natural gemstones—because honoring Mother Earth never goes out of style!

Did You Know? Not All Metals Are Created Equal!

Some metals are more environmentally friendly than others. Sterling silver, for example, has been treasured for centuries and remains a top choice for sustainable jewelry. Here’s a look at the different types of silver and gold we use in our jewelry pieces:

🌟 Sterling Silver (.925 Silver)

A classic, durable metal that contains at least 92.5% pure silver, making it ideal for everyday wear in rings, bracelets, and necklaces.

large heart silver pendant necklace from Beksan Designs

Large Heart Sterling Silver Locket and Chain Necklace 

🌿 Zinc Dipped in Sterling Silver 

This eco-friendly option starts with a zinc base one of the most abundant metals on Earth and then is coated in .925 sterling silver for a sustainable and stylish finish.

zinc and silver wide bracelet with blue beads by Beksan Designs

Zinc Silver Blue Crystal and Geo Bracelet 

⚠️ Why We Don’t Use Silver-Plated Jewelry

Silver-plated (or silver-tone) jewelry consists of a thin layer of silver painted over a base metal. However, it wears off easily, which is why we do not create silver or gold-plated jewelry.

24K Gold Vermeil vs. Gold Fill – What’s the Difference?

💛 24K Gold Vermeil – A Timeless Favorite

This luxurious, sustainable metal involves melting a thick layer of gold over sterling silver. The gold must be at least 2.5 microns thick, ensuring lasting quality.

blue stone ring with 24k gold

Turquoise Adjustable Statement Ring 

💡 If you see "14k", "18k", or "24k" before "vermeil,” or gold fill it refers to the gold content:

  • 24k = 99.9% pure gold (rich, deep yellow tone)
  • 18k = 75% gold
  • 14k = 58.3% gold
  • 10k = 41.7% gold

💛 Gold-Filled Jewelry – Durable & Elegant

Gold-filled jewelry consists of a solid layer of gold bonded to sterling silver or another base metal. Our collection includes 14k and 24k gold fill pieces, ensuring beauty and longevity.

gold chain style ring with crystal accents by Beksan Designs

📸  Crystal Chain Link Gold Fill Ring 

To support our planet, we intentionally use sustainable metals and natural gemstones (including crystals) to create eco-friendly jewelry for our customers.  

We invite you to explore the variety of sustainable sterling silver, 24k gold vermeil, and 14k and 24k gold fill pieces that stylish shoppers have chosen for their “top picks”:

stretchy gold bracelet on model

Crystal Cut and Small Crystal Beads Bracelet 14k Gold Fill

turquoise drop earrings in silver

Turquoise and Silver Drop Earrings

zinc and silver long necklace

Zinc/Silver Circular Bead Adjustable Necklace

pearl and silver geo ring

Pearl and Geo Silver Ring

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