For such small objects, jewelry can carry great intangible weight that unfortunately isn’t limited to the sentiment "I love you."  Precious metals and stones may bear terrible unheard stories of human suffering and environmental degradation through destructive mining processes and virtual slave labor practices. 

Worse yet, some gems—such as the notorious "blood diamonds"—are mined in war zones and sold illegally to finance further violence.  Here are some planet and people friendly ideas to ensure that your gift does not support such practices . . .

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