About Native Gem

Native Gem is named for the earth’s natural gifts: beautiful rare stones set in metal using ancient techniques and intricate crochet work. Our design process starts first with quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship that can only be made with artisan hands. The pieces are designed to be worn, and cherished. By using only hypo-allergenic, lead and cadmium-free metals: 14K gold fill, vermeil and sterling silver, we are filling the gap between cheap throw away lead-based jewelry and ultra-expensive fine jewelry. Assembly, crafting, and design is completed in Los Angeles with elements of the line that are sourced throughout the world, most notably, the United States, Turkey, India and Brazil. Crafting each piece by hand imbues our creations with a sense of spirit and energy that cannot be replicated in mass market production, and it increases the demand for artisan job opportunities in our own community. Social sustainability is at the center of our mission, and we have taken many initiatives to give back. We have donated to local and international fundraisers such as Adopt the Arts, Save the Children, DAV, The Midnight Mission among others. These practices, especially those that interact with the national quality of life of our Los Angeles community a principle objective.Read their story