Company Mission I started Sarah's Hope Jewelry in 2004 with a mission: to make a difference in the lives of others. At our company, we have a special place in our hearts for women and the struggles that many face when trying to overcome the crippling effects of poverty. There are women all over the world who are driven, talented and determined, who just need some help getting their dreams off the ground. That's why we give our time and a minimum of 10% of our profits to promote and fund small business loans and programs for women entrepreneurs all over the world and here at home in the United States. I have traveled to meet with many of the recipients and have seen firsthand how education and microfinance can completely transform a life from poverty to prosperity. Each piece in our line is designed in honor of – and named after – one of these amazing women. -Sarah J Smith , Founder, Sarah's Hope Jewelry Read more Proprietary E'Sperene Stone Our proprietary stone, E’Sperene, is a composite that combines quartz crystals with metal oxides to create exceptionally vibrant colors that shift dynamically as they reflect light. This makes each stone as unique as the person who wears it. Ultimate-Grade .925 Sterling Silver Crafted by expert silversmiths, we use only ultimate-grade .925 sterling silver. It’s then plated with rhodium, a member of the platinum family, to add durability and resist tarnishing — so maintaining its brilliant shine requires no polishing. Manufacturing Practices Our manufacturing practices are an important component of Sarah’s Hope Jewelry: our goal is to ensure that the people around the world who craft our jewelry are paid a fair wage and are treated with compassion and respect. Read more