‘Caliber Collection’ Jewelry Line That Is Made From Illegal Guns and Bullet Casings

You’ve probably heard about gun buy-back programs aimed at getting illegal firearms off the streets, but what about jewelry that is crafted from these weapons and sold in an effort to combat crime? Enter The Caliber Collection, a fashion line by Jewelry for a Cause (JFC), a group that helps non-profits use fashion as a fundraising tool. Using guns and bullets acquired from 250 illegal weapons that were collected in Newark, N.J., the company has molded, created and put bracelets on sale in an effort to help prevent violent crime. TheBlaze interviewed JFC founder Jessica Mindich on Wednesday to learn more about her unique program.

Mindich explained that the idea for the jewelry line came after she met Newark Mayor Cory Booker at a conference in 2011. She recalls being inspired by a speech he gave about gun violence in his city. It was his passion, Mindich says, that helped spawn the idea for The Caliber Collection, as she felt his words — and devotion — helped motivate her to action.

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