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Ara the altar

Handmade in Manchester, England, UK

Characterised by classic designs made to put on and never take off, Ara the altar is a conscious jewellery brand built around an ethos of sustainability. The brand's founder, Lauren King, creates each ring, earring, necklace, and bracelet, with purpose and consideration and is inspired by astrology, ritual, and her rescue dog, Blue.

At Pearls & Pomegranates, we love Ara the altar not just for their beautiful designs, but also for their unrelenting broader mission. Lauren's values concerning ethics and the environment inform every business decision—her aim is to provide assurance for like-minded individuals who are looking to make long lasting, purposeful purchases that strive for minimal impact on our only planet.

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BAY OF RAINBOWS drop earrings, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$548.00

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LYRA chunky ring II, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$486.00

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PHASE Fine single full moon pendant - 2

PHASE Fine pendant necklace

Ara the altar

from $262.00

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OCEAN OF STORMS cuff bracelet

Ara the altar

$324.00

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PHASE Fine tiny hoop earrings

Ara the altar

$106.00

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PHASE Fine pendant necklace

Ara the altar

from $262.00

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RITUAL OBJECT I - The Pear pendant necklace, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$735.00

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LYRA midi hoop earrings, silver

Ara the altar

$137.00

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THE LUNAR MARIA Bay of Rainbows earrings - 1

BAY OF RAINBOWS drop earrings, silver

Ara the altar

$100.00

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VENETIAN SEA ring, silver

Ara the altar

$56.00

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RITUAL OBJECT I - The Pear pendant necklace, silver

Ara the altar

from $156.00

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PHASE Fine ring, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

from $144.00

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RITUAL OBJECT II - The Vessel pendant necklace, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$859.00

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SEA OF NECTAR pendant necklace, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$685.00

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SEA OF VAPOUR chunky hoop earrings, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$822.00

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SEA OF CLOUDS hair pin

Ara the altar

$361.00

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LYRA midi hoop earrings, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$448.00

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SEA OF NECTAR pendant necklace, silver

Ara the altar

from $112.00

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VENETIAN SEA ring, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$312.00

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RITUAL OBJECT III - Braided Grass ring, 9ct yellow gold

Ara the altar

$735.00

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LYRA bangle bracelet

Ara the altar

$299.00

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RITUAL OBJECT III - Braided Grass ring, silver

Ara the altar

$175.00

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RITUAL OBJECT II - The Vessel pendant necklace, silver

Ara the altar

from $175.00

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PHASE Fine ring, 9ct rose gold

Ara the altar

from $144.00

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PHASE Fine tiny hoop earrings

Ara the altar

$106.00

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LYRA chunky ring II, silver

Ara the altar

$112.00

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SEA OF VAPOUR chunky hoop earrings, silver

Ara the altar

$150.00

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THE LUNAR MARIA Bay of Rainbows drop earrings - 4

BAY OF RAINBOWS drop earrings, 9ct white gold

Ara the altar

$548.00

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LYRA midi hoop earrings, 9ct white gold

Ara the altar

$448.00

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LYRA chunky ring II, 9ct white gold

Ara the altar

$486.00

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PHASE Fine ring, 9ct white gold

Ara the altar

from $144.00

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At Pearls & Pomegranates we save 20m² of rainforest for every order in partnership with Bioconservancy

Handmade by Ara the altar

The brand

Founded by Lauren King, Ara the altar is inspired by the ancient world's perception of astronomy: Ara is a southern polar constellation that translates to 'the altar' in Latin. In early illustrations, Ara was depicted as an altar with burning incense, rising smoke, or sacrificial offerings. Lauren's interpretation of this led to the sourcing, creating, and offering of beautiful, unique objects for earth-aware individuals.

The jeweller

Working as a shoot producer in the fashion industry, Lauren King, the founder of Ara the altar, felt a deep pull towards the hands-on processes of designing and creating. She challenged herself to learn the ancient art of metalsmithing and from there, began creating designs that celebrate the unique, organic aesthetic of the Earth.

"I aim to tread lightly whilst creating eternal pieces that give the wearer a conscious connection with the beauty of our only planet," says Lauren.

Every adornment from Ara the altar is designed and created by Lauren in her workshop in northwest England, taking influence from astronomy, nature, and the ancient world's relationship with both. Ethics and sustainability influence every decision Lauren makes.