The worth of a well cut stone, especially a unique one, can often be priceless-especially if someone is willing to pay it.

I wouldn't have enough for it with my pocket change from home however; it would have been kept in a university fund... [Ah well. She blinks, apparently alarmed by the suggestion.] A job..?

[Her tone says she's not against the idea at least...] ...Are there places hiring 14 year olds...