The value of the craftsmanship is determined by the carefully selected materials, the loving composition, the detailed work and the elaboration of each piece of jewelry. That takes time. Time that you as a buyer may not always have in mind.  Anyone who has ever made a present may remember the effort, how much time went into thought, research and execution. But wasn't such a handcrafted piece priceless for the recipient? I wish for all skilled trades, service providers and social professions that you earn the reputation and money that many others in our society do.  Because without these professional groups, a lot would be unthinkable.