We know now that you can’t turn “base metals” into gold through chemical processes, but if you could, gold would no longer be scarce and therefore no more valuable than the base metals.
We know now that you can’t turn “base metals” into gold through chemical processes, but if you could, gold would no longer be scarce and therefore no more valuable than the base metals.
Mainly the blood though.
“… and this particular diamond, although smaller, cost extra blood, and three young children died getting it. That’s why, despite being twice the cost, it’s the perfect stone for your wedding ring!”