But this wasn't art or jewelry that was stolen ... The country's appetite for rhino horn is so great that it now fetches up to $100,000/kg, making it worth more than its weight in gold.

A modern market for rhino horn necklaces, bracelets and beads has also sprung up. If you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning journalism by subscribing. By purchasing a ...

The top rhino horn markets are in China and Vietnam, largely driven by the wealthy. Considered a status symbol, horns are carved into luxury items like art, jewelry and decor. While a shrinking ...

While she's aware that people buy rhino horn jewelry, Watts has never heard of rhino horn cell phone cases and chopsticks. But opposition to Pembient's synthetic horn plans extends beyond the ...

"It's very worrying," he told BBC News. "Because if someone's walking through the airport wearing a necklace made of rhino horn, who is going to stop them? "Police are looking for a piece of horn ...