Blood diamond

My idea for this assignment is to use the “Architectural Origami” technique to show the relationship between the 2D & 3D patterns that appeared on the corner between two walls at the stairs way close to the first floor. The “Architectural Origami” technique is a technique that uses cutting and folding of a piece of paper to create the Architectural forms. The basic pattern that I used in this assignment are cuboid and cube. For the 3D patterns, I used a 22’’*30’’ Bristol board to make a…

slaves are property of conflict diamonds mines all around the world. Conflict diamonds are mined and the revenue from the diamonds is used to fund the wars that the country is fighting. Mining conflict diamonds causes controversy all over the world, especially in central and western Africa. The topics being discussed are The Life of A Miner, the process, sale, and regulation of conflict diamonds. Marketing the Diamonds In the past few years, the percentage of diamonds mined has dropped…

The crisp, clear sparkle of a diamond ring has long represented the sanctity of marriage. The traditional diamond engagement ring holds along with the white wedding gown, the exchanged possession of the bride, the requisite of virginity as well as a life of inferiority and obligation for the bride. As women continue to break free from the many chains that have bound them for so very long, our societal ties to this vacant gemstone should be torn as well. With so many lovely gemstones that shine…

This paper corresponds to case study of DeBeers’s Diamond Dilemma in which I have performed PESTEL and Five Forces Analysis of DeBeers’s Diamond. DeBeers has two aims; to be the top company of diamond seller and make diamond available for everyone in the market. In the first part I’ve executed PESTEL Analysis on the DeBeers prevailing confronting position and focused on the significant troubles that DeBeers needs to ascertain its resolution. PESTEL analysis refers to a framework that marketers…

Product Description for 100 oz. Engelhard Silver Bar (https://sdbullion.com/100-oz-engelhard-silver-bar) Engelhard was one of the most reputable silver bar manufacturers in the industry, based in New Jersey, USA. Each Engelhard Silver Bar weighs 100 oz. and is made of .999 fine pure Silver. Due to their rich history, their products have always commanded heaps of respect in the precious metal market. Over the years, the bars have been produced either by the pouring method or by the striking…

The Homestake Gold Mine is located in Lead, SD (fig 1). The Homestake Gold Mine was the largest gold mine in the western hemisphere, and it was the United States’ longest continuously operating mine until it closed in 2002. The mine closed because it was costing more to get the gold out than the gold was worth hence why mining is called economic geology. The Homestake was also the deepest mine in the western hemisphere. The Homestake gold mine has three main formations in it. The formations…

not concentrate wealth in the hands of Lebanese diamond traders. Chua’s reference to free markets in regard to this case study is incorrect. The Lebanese dominated by monopoly franchises and had restricted access to property rights and credit. This is not a free market system. Competition and equality before the law is the essence of capitalist market directed commerce. (Adam Smiths book) The book review will look at the case study of the diamond traders in Sierra Leone paying attention to…

Here are a few jewellery types found to be the best selling for all seasons, so that you may find some inspiration. Diamond Ring A 10 karat classic gold style diamond ring is no brainier, to mark something really special. You could get some brilliantly designed diamond patterns, such as a cluster with a garnet solitaire. Multiple stones can be fitted in here, as you may find a diamond set of clarity grade of SI-I and with GH colour. This is the jewellery that could highlight your festive attire…

Diamonds. These small and rare rocks have been considered prized possessions throughout the ages. Diamonds are as old as the earth itself, and ever since their discovery they have captivated humans. Diamonds have come to represent many things, but in this paper, I will focus on power. I will track a certain diamond through its’ dated 350-year period, and use it to understand the individuals who owned it and the power it gave them. The diamond I refer to is the hope diamond. The Hope diamond is…

Diamonds Are Forever. Or so the De Beers mining company would like to remind us. For a century, if you purchased a diamond, there was a 90% or higher chance that The De Beer mining company brought it to market—a true monopoly. The last three and a half decades have not been so kind to the firm, with market share crashing to a “mere” 35%. This company was founded by none other than Cecil Rhodes. Rhodes was archetypically imperialist. We are given a small glimpse of Mr. Rhodes’ brand of…