An object of lust and obsession, gold changes into all things without being changed. It lifts stone blocks, digs mountains, diverts rivers, opens doors of fortresses and of the most secretive hearts; it chains men, swiftly dresses and undresses women....GOLD. Abundant but spread around the world, gold has been one of the most sought-after precious metal from the beginning of times. It can be found lying in river beds, in France it is especially found in the Ariège river, in the South West. Gold always played a significant role in the history of mankind. A symbol of wealth and power, a token of love and commitment, used as a currency, it has been treasured and worshipped. Gold doesn’t tarnish and was considered indestructible. It was often associated with the life-giving sun and the Divine. It has been used to treat conditions related to epilepsy, to help with the healing of sties and to relieve conjunctivitis. Non-toxic, it is easily tolerated by the body. It can not only be used to embellish, but also to heal...gold is indeed a very precious metal.