Quote Originally Posted by Snake View Post
Why are natural stones (considered) superior to man made ones? After all one would think that a well managed manufacturing process would create a consistency unparalleled by nature.
I don't think you'll find any concensus that arrived at that conclusion, at least not around here. Naturals and synthetics have their fans, and each have their own advantages and disadvantages. However, most rock hounds are fond of, and collect, both.