The New Gold Standard: Single Mine Origin (SMO) Gold
ReadWHAT IS SINGLE MINE ORIGIN GOLD?
Single Mine Origin (SMO) refers to gold that is fully traceable, back to the very mine from which it was sourced. Working alongside only the best and most progressive mines, these accredited partners adhere to strict regulations that ensure a thriving, fair and ethical practice — changing the world of responsible gold as we know it.
a new standard in gold
Only a very small percentage of existing gold is fully traceable; with standard milling and refining processes involving the conglomeration of gold derived from various (often unverifiable) sources.
Since 2017, SMO have been on a mission to change this: believing that with the right traceability models and a strict auditing of member mines, mining can have a positive, nurturing relationship with the local communities in which they operate.
They have directly contributed to a steady rise in fair employment rates, local investment, and positive initiatives to address environmental, health, educational & social concerns for local mining communities across West Africa and Australia.
INTEGRITY, AT NO EXTRA COST
Although there are costs associated with keeping SMO Gold segregated throughout the supply chain and independently audited throughout, by working with corporate mines these costs are kept to the absolute minimum — allowing our clients to choose SMO Gold at no additional cost.
SMO VS FAIRTRADE
We are big advocates for the use of Fairtrade Gold, and continue to offer this as an option to our clients.
However, the differentiating factor between SMO and Fairtrade Gold is that Fairtrade initiatives partner exclusively with small, artisanal mines. As a result of the limited supply and significant premiums as a result, these additional costs are often not a viable option for many interested in going down the route of responsible gold sourcing.
Working to re-tune the commercial mining industry from the ground up, SMO Gold is able to provide an option that ticks the boxes of both affordability and accountability.
In our latest collection, Lineage, we're proud to present 20 pieces of exceptionally designed jewellery — crafted entirely from 18ct Single Mine Origin (SMO) Gold.
