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More jewelers pledge to boycott Pebble Mine gold

September 30, 2009

Anchorage, Alaska--Four more jewelers have joined the growing list of retailers pledging to boycott gold mined from the proposed controversial Pebble Mine in Alaska.

According to a media release issued today from a number of organizations opposed to the mine, Birks and Mayors, Commemorative Brands Inc., Hacker Jewelers and Herff-Jones have pledged to not buy gold from the Pebble Mine, which, if constructed, would be North America's largest open-pit gold and copper mine.

John Orrico, senior vice president of Birks and Mayors, said in the release that the company is proud to join the other retail jewelers in the boycott.

"We trust that the jewelry industry will stand in support of the Bristol Bay salmon fishery, thereby preserving the ecosystem while continuing to develop sustainable and responsible sources of supply," he said.

A joint effort of mining companies Anglo American PLC and Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd., the proposed Pebble Mine is considered controversial because it would be constructed at the headwaters of Bristol Bay, home to the world's largest remaining wild sockeye salmon fishery.

Opponents of the mine contend the project would damage the fishery and the environment, while the mining companies maintain the project would be done in a responsible manner and bring jobs to the area.

Bristol Bay commercial fisherman Everett Thompson thanked all the jewelers who have pledged never to buy gold from the Pebble Mine.

"I am always amazed at the yearly return of Bristol Bay salmon, and after having my best commercial fishing season in 26 years, I know firsthand what a shame it would be to put this irreplaceable fishery at risk," he said in the release.

The four jewelers join a list of a dozen other retailers that have already pledged to boycott gold from the mine, including Tiffany and Co. and Ben Bridge Jeweler.
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