California Gold Jewelry – Mined & Made in California
Crafted from California river gold ethically mined in the Sierra Nevada foothills, each piece in our California Gold jewelry collection is a symbol of place and purpose. Whether worn as a celebration of partnership or to mark a personal milestone, every design connects the wearer to California’s enduring gold story — responsibly sourced, finely handcrafted, and deeply meaningful.
Ethically Mined, Locally Crafted
Our California gold comes from the Sierra Nevada foothills in Northern California, where our fully-permitted operation follows strict environmental regulations and comprehensive land reclamation plans. Every piece in the California Gold collection is then crafted in our Santa Monica studio, combining responsible sourcing with generations of jewelry-making expertise.
Frequently Asked Questions
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By California Gold we mean gold that was mined in the state of California. Unlike most gold used in jewelry, ours is fully traceable to its source in the Sierra Nevada foothills and is a special symbol of place and purpose. Learn More.
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Yes. While lower karats like 18K and 14K are technically harder, our 20K California Gold strikes a balance of purity and durability. We chose 20K to honor the natural state of California river gold which comes from the earth at roughly this karat, and for its distinctive greenish gold hue. With normal care, your ring will last a lifetime. As with all gold jewelry, it’s best to remove your wedding band for activities like weightlifting, gardening, or working with heavy tools to prevent unnecessary wear.
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Try our ring sizer kit to measure your finger at home, or visit a local jeweler.
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Visit our Santa Monica jewelry studio, or visit one of our retailers to see and try on our jewelry in person.
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Our California Gold wedding bands are made to order in our studio and take approximately 3-4 weeks to create. If you are interested in an in-stock one-of-a-kind piece, then it will be just a few days for us to ship it.
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We can craft any design from the collection in your metal or karat of choice. We can add a custom engraving, resize, set stones or create a custom design from scratch working with your heirloom stone. Customizations are quoted individually — inquire here.
High-Karat Green Gold
Sourced straight from California rivers, this gold averages 20 karats, with a warm, greenish glow that reflects the earth it comes from. In our handcrafted jewelry, we maintain this high-karat purity, preserving its natural beauty, lasting value, and the unmistakable character that makes California Gold so extraordinary.
Hammered Finish Inspired by Raw Gold Nuggets
Our California Gold jewelry collection features a signature soft-hammered matte finish, inspired by the raw gold nuggets from which they are made — shaped and tumbled over eons by flowing water and rocks. This hand-applied finish gives each piece a natural, earthy texture. Over time, it will evolve, reflecting the moments and experiences of your life.