I just saw this article in the LA Times about an unlikely jeweler.

Lee Kwan-young, an amateur artist who works for a public relations firm in Seoul, designed jewelry using the sound waves of Barack Obama saying the word "hope." The set includes a diamond- and pearl-studded necklace, earrings and brooch for first lady Michelle Obama and cuff links and a necktie pin for the president.

He is moving diplomatic mountains to try to get the jewels to the Obamas. You can't help but admire his determination and his vision. I think his jewels are lovely and such an elegant way to preserve the message of hope.

photo by LA TIMES