Auri Sacra Fames!
(O’ Cursed Thirst for Gold)
– Virgil, Roman poet
How often are we drawn to the beauty and value of something only to discover darker truths that will question our attraction?
My journey with gold begins with the societal and environmental issues surrounding the process of gold mining. I have chosen to use jewelry and it’s cultural associations to raise awareness and illuminate some harsh truths about gold that are not normally considered during purchase, adornment or investment.
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The historical price of gold jewelry
I found this idea to be quite clever! Not super crazy about the actual necklace but this idea is great! Each hand-crafted necklace is base...
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The BBC posted this story about cremation workers selling the precious metals found in the ashes of cremated individuals. I wish I had kno... -
I found this idea to be quite clever! Not super crazy about the actual necklace but this idea is great! Each hand-crafted necklace is base...
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