[Jewelry making - Article 00011] - Re: [Orchid] Gemstone, Enhancment and Lab-grown Gems

[Noah Ark]

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    I also would like share my opinion about this issue. I use synthetic
    stones, especially synthetic diamonds for various reasons including
    human rights. The diamond cartel still has one of the worst human
    rights records, including body cavity searches, etc. I don't choose a
    stone because of its rarity but rather how it enhances my design. To
    me, the rarity factor is akin to people wearing mink for show, and
    no, I am not a PETA supporter, in fact, they sicken me. As a jeweler,
    the main purpose of my art is to adorn the body, not to buy into the
    decadence of the modern society. Another reason I use synthetic and
    common stones is that it reduces my costs and consequently, I can
    sell at a price that even people from the middle class can afford. I
    enjoy knowing that people like me are able to enjoy wearing my
    creations.

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