What is Recycled Silver?

What is Recycled Silver?

Posted by Sarah Blake on 24th Feb 2025

Recycled silver is an eco-friendly alternative to newly mined silver, offering the same stunning quality without the environmental toll. Sourced from old jewellery, industrial scraps, and electronics, recycled silver undergoes a refining process that restores it to its pure form. This means it is chemically identical to newly mined silver, ensuring no compromise in quality, durability, or beauty for jewellery pieces.

The environmental benefits of recycled silver are significant. Traditional silver mining is resource-intensive, requiring large amounts of energy and water while causing habitat destruction and soil erosion. It also produces toxic byproducts like cyanide and mercury, which can contaminate local ecosystems. In contrast, recycling silver dramatically reduces the need for new mining, cutting down on carbon emissions, energy consumption, and water usage.

Moreover, recycled silver supports a more sustainable circular economy. By repurposing existing materials, it reduces waste and prevents valuable resources from ending up in landfills. Ethical considerations also come into play, as the environmental and social impacts associated with mining, including unsafe working conditions in some regions, are minimised.

Importantly, using recycled silver does not affect the quality or aesthetic of a jewellery piece. Once refined, recycled silver has the same luster, strength, and longevity as newly mined silver. jewellery crafted from recycled silver remains timeless, offering you beautiful pieces they can wear with pride, knowing their choice supports a healthier planet. It’s a perfect blend of luxury and sustainability, making it an ideal option for eco-conscious consumers like yourself. 

Look out for our 100% recycled icon on our product images to identify our growing range of recycled products.