ZenGold is the newest gold backed crypto-currency to hit the markets as ICO set for May 26. Last week the nation of Dubai announced the creation of a blockchain based crypto-currency that would be backed by physical gold, and would be compliant with the new dictates of Sharia law finance.
A gabion wall is a retaining wall made of stacked stone-filled gabions tied together with wire. Gabion walls are usually battered (angled back towards the slope), or stepped back with the slope, rather than stacked vertically.
gabion. n. 1. (Civil Engineering) a cylindrical metal container filled with stones, used in the construction of underwater foundations. 2. (Fortifications) a wickerwork basket filled with stones or earth, used (esp formerly) as part of a fortification.. 1. A cylindrical wicker basket filled with earth and stones, formerly used in building fortifications. 2. A hollow metal cylinder used especially in constructing dams and foundations.