By integrating with the Ripple protocol, GBI combines the historic qualities of gold with the capabilities of digital currency. (ripple.com)
Instead, jewelers add extra facets (like when shaping a diamond) to capture more of the shining quality of the gold they are using. (geekwrapped.com)
Lest we forget the cautionary words of J.R.R. Tolkien, All that is gold does not glitter, it is worth considering the often illusory and provisional qualities of gold. (moneysense.ca)