Necklace with Tree of Life Pendant

The tree of life pendant of this necklace made by Martin Guthmann has a more than symbolic value: for every necklace sold the producer plants a tree in the arid zone of Rajasthan (India). The forest thus created contributes to the climate and is watered exclusively by rainfall.

Making high-quality jewellery that’s affordable for more people was the idea the goldsmith Martin Guthmann had in 1906 for his jewellery manufacturing business. The business is run today in the fourth generation by his great grandson, with all production still located in the jewellery and gold centre of Pforzheim. Milled, stamped, drawn and cast parts in the factory are assembled by hand in smaller series. The designs include among other things old jewellery shapes and ornaments from the company’s archive which are recast and assembled with updated traditional manufacturing techniques.