Longtime readers may remember our occasional posts about the movement to stop trade in conflict diamonds, which fund violent rebel actions in Africa.  Today's New York Times has a story about a similar movement to promote better practices in gold mining.

For more on the adverse social and environmental impact of gold mining, check out the Ethical Metalsmiths page.  The rings pictured on the left are made from recycled gold & are part of Leber's Earthwise Jewelry collection.