This week only (through 12/12/10), and just in time for Christmas, any ring purchase from Brilliant Earth will also come with a pair of recycled sterling silver stud earrings!

Brilliant Earth sent me a pair of these earrings to preview and I was immediately impressed with their simple, elegant beauty. They can dress up a pair of jeans and a sweater or be a beautiful compliment to your little black dress.

But what I like best of all is Brilliant Earth‘s commitment to offering only conflict free gemstones and precious metals in their jewelry. From their site,”Brilliant Earth believes that high quality, fine jewelry need not come at a great human or environmental cost.” Their diamonds and gemstones are conflict free and their precious metals are 100% recycled and re-refined. Even their packaging is environmentally conscious! Brilliant Earth was co-founded by Beth Gerstein and Eric Grossberg in 2005.

Beth experienced firsthand, with her fiancé Alex, the challenge of finding a conflict free engagement ring that represented her values. Eric, through his research at Stanford, had become impassioned with the idea of responsibly-sourced jewelry, and its ability to be an effective tool for social change in gem communities.

In addition to making sure that the jewelry they sell is conflict free, fair trade, sustainable and eco-friendly, Brilliant Earth also donates 5% of their profits to directly benefit local African communities harmed by the diamond industry.

If fine jewelry is on your holiday shopping or wish list, start with Brilliant Earth. And remember, through Sunday, December 12th, get a free pair of recycled sterling silver earring with the purchase of ring!

Questions about finding and buying conflict free diamonds? Be sure to consult Brilliant Earth’s Conflict Free Diamond Buying Guide.

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I was provided with one pair of recycled sterling silver earrings from Brilliant Earth for the purposes of this review.