Discover beautiful, responsibly made jewelry from talented Iranian artisans and traditional craftspeople.
Papital Gallery
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Iran's first certified Fairtrade producer of handmade jewelry and accessories. They help empower economically disadvantaged artisans, especially women, by providing sustainable work opportunities. Their ceramic jewelry collection is inspired by the ancient art of decorative tilemaking.
Materials
Ceramic, clay, traditional Iranian materials.
Artisan Focus
Empowers artisans by providing fair-paid work and fighting child labor.
Founded by Mohammadreza Mahmoudi, this studio is recognized as a pioneer in merging traditional Iranian handcrafts with the jewelry industry. The pieces are handcrafted and use a new style called "Torse Crafting" which fuses Khatam art (marquetry) with luxury jewelry.
Materials
Gold, gems, and materials used for Khatam art.
Artisan Focus
Trains students and elevates them to mastery to continue the legacy of this art.
Ethical Certification
Focuses on preserving and enhancing traditional Iranian arts.
Site Features
Conceptual narrative in the gold and gem industry, reflecting deeper meanings of Iranian art.
A brand owned and operated by San Francisco-based jeweler Shermineh Ghane, who is an Iranian-American. The brand is inspired by Ancient Persian tradition and focuses on bespoke and limited-production jewelry made from ethically and sustainably sourced materials.
Materials
14K solid yellow gold and sterling silver jewelry, with thoughtfully and sustainably sourced materials.
Artisan Focus
Handcrafted in San Francisco, with a focus on ancient Persian tradition.
Ethical Certification
Ethically and sustainably sourced materials, with a focus on minimizing waste.
Site Features
Bespoke, limited-production, and heirloom-style pieces.
An online marketplace that collaborates with "talented artists across Persia" to provide fair trade opportunities that empower them and their communities. They offer a wide range of jewelry, including handcrafted and custom-made pieces inspired by Persian art and culture. A portion of their profits supports humanitarian causes.
Materials
18k gold, sterling silver, natural gemstones, and other materials.
Artisan Focus
Works with over 250 artists, providing fair trade opportunities.
Ethical Certification
Fair trade practices and a portion of profits supports humanitarian causes.
Site Features
Wide variety of products, including clothing, home decor, and jewelry.
Address
Online marketplace with a focus on Persian artisans.
