ERDEN

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS

• The jewellery is handmade in the company’s own workshop in Düsseldorf-Flingern.

WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES

As Frieda Meyer runs her own workshop, she can control the working conditions herself. 

She favours handcrafted production and close cooperation with more responsible suppliers.

MATERIALS 

• Main materials: Gold, silver, occasionally platinum
• Additional materials: Reused acrylic and wood scraps
• Gemstones: Second-hand stones or certified stones from Gerhard Hahn
• Metal suppliers: Bernhard Burger, member of the Responsible Jewellery Council

The brand mainly uses recycled materials. 

Old gold is melted down and reused. 

Fresh metals come from suppliers with voluntary certificates and fairer labels.

PACKAGING 

• Jewellery boxes: Small metal boxes with engraving
• Ring boxes: Recycled cardboard

WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS

The goldsmith favours more environmentally friendly alternatives and does not use hazardous chemicals or hazardous waste. Instead of conventional pickling agents, she uses citric acid, which can simply be disposed of down the drain. Traditional fluxes are replaced by more environmentally friendly alternatives, and sulphuric acid gives way to the more sustainable Vitrex powder. 

The result is fine jewellery with an eye on the environment and health – without compromising on quality.

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN

Most of the jewellery is made from recycled precious metals. Second-hand stones are also used to conserve resources.

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELS 

The brand offers a repair workshop:

• Jewellery can be repaired, adapted and redesigned.
• Rings can be reduced or enlarged.

DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN

• The workshop is located in Düsseldorf-Flingern.
• Most of the suppliers come from Germany.

TRANSPORTATION 

• There is currently no online shop and therefore no transportation involved.

ERDEN does not use any animal materials.

PRODUCT DESIGN 

The handmade jewellery with individual designs combines unique one-off pieces and custom-made creations to create special pieces of jewellery. Each design reflects the personal touch of its wearer and is crafted with care and precision.

SLOW FASHION PROCESSES

Far from the mass market and short-lived trends, jewellery is created that impresses with its timeless design and can be worn for many years.

TRANSPARENCY ON PRODUCT 

The materials used are openly communicated and suppliers are publicly named.

TRANSPARENCY ON PROCESSES

Fairer materials and more responsible supply chains take centre stage, with a focus on the use of certified and recycled materials