TRUVAI jewellery
Augustine Earrings
Sustainable
The fashion industry is one of the most polluting industries in the world, and it’s time we rethink the materials, processes, and packaging used to create our beloved purchases. This is why we’ve done the upfront legwork and vetted our brands to ensure that our planet’s health is top of mind for them as well.
Woman-Owned
Women lift up half of the sky - by investing in women, you’re assisting in the process of creating more wealth for families and communities. The successes of women shape the way young girls see themselves as they develop into leaders, and it's essential for the world to provide leaders that mirror half of the population.
Toxic Free
The secret behind the beauty, personal-care, and fashion industry is that they’re virtually unregulated, and therefore, allowed to use untested chemicals in their products. Exposure to these ingredients can be harmful overtime, and that’s why we’ve vetted each and every single one of these brands to ensure that they’re up to standards for those looking for a cleaner beauty routine or may be more sensitive to harsh ingredients.
Ethical
Here at ourCommonplace, all brands have our ethical stamp of approval, which encompasses decent working conditions, treatment of workers, and fair-wages. Through providing a platform for purchasing ethical goods and ensuring all brands uphold ethical standards, we hope to take us towards a more equitable and just world.
BIPOC-Owned
We believe in uplifting BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities by empowering their businesses. By choosing to allocate your purchasing power to BIPOC-owned businesses, you're not only strengthening local BIPOC communities — you're also contributing to shrinking the racial wealth gap, fostering job creation, and propelling diverse representation across consumer industries.
Cruelty Free
Animal tests are often painful and cause the suffering and deaths of millions of animals every year. Having this stamp of approval means that no animals were tested on, harmed or killed in the process of making the product. When you opt in for cruelty-free brands, you’re opting out of animal testing, and investing in clean products that are made for the benefit of your body, animals, and the environment.
our augustine earrings seamlessly blend the allure of precious gemstones with the intricate artistry of filigree work, resulting in a piece that captures the essence of vintage sophistication.
materials & details
rose quartz gemstones & gold vermeil — locally & artisanally mined rose quartz masterfully set in 925 sterling silver with thick 18kt gold plating.
size: square 10 mm + gemstone 25mm length x 20 mm wide —length from top of earring hook to bottom of gemstone 60 mm.
each piece is handmade & slight variations may occur from piece to piece. our jewellery features a combination of natural pearls & gemstones, each with its own distinctive characteristics. natural variations in colour, size, shape & texture are inherent in both pearls & gemstones — this is part of the handmade process, adding to the uniqueness & charm of each item.
story, sustainability & impact
this piece was designed in canada & handmade by master artisans in murad khani, kabul, afghanistan.
afghan jewellers have worked in isolation, cut off internationally for decades due to ongoing conflict. this collection is made in collaboration with turquoise mountain — founded by king charles to focus on the regeneration of the afghan crafts industry. our locally sourced gemstones are artisanally mined & support local families & the rebuilding of old kabul.
packaging
we collaborate with a danish packaging company with a focus on sustainability to bring you a planet-friendly packaging experience.
jewellery pouches
made with 100% organic cotton, our pouches are biodegradable & a perfect place to store your jewellery.
jewellery & postal boxes
made with buckram paper & corrugated cardboard materials sourced from a FSC certified sustainably managed forest that protects animal & plant life. sealed with water-based glue.
ALL OURCOMMONPLACE SHIPPING & RETURNS ARE 100% CARBON NEUTRAL
SHIPPING
All orders ship directly from our brands throughout the world to you.
For Truvai - All shipping is free with carbon offset! All orders will be processed within 3 business days of order placement. For this internationally based brand, item(s) will arrive at your doorstep within 4-10 days once shipped.
Customers will be responsible for all customs and duties.
After you've placed your order, you'll receive an order confirmation in your inbox. Once your order has been shipped, you'll receive an additional email with a tracking number.
RETURNS / EXCHANGES
For Truvai - For full priced items, if you don’t 100% love the item, let us know, and we’ll gladly accept the return or exchange when initiated within 14 days of delivery date. All return and exchange fees will be the responsibility of the customer. Please email us at heythere@ourcommonplace.co for the return address. Discounts above 40% are not eligible for returns. Please refer to this page for further instructions and details on our returns & exchange policy.
Why the return costs? - All items are shipped from our independent designers throughout the world directly to you. Through your contribution to ourCommonplace, you’re taking us one step closer to a more sustainable and equitable world by supporting our designers, their employees, and their local communities.