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American Gem Trade Association The natural colored gemstone and cultured pearl source of information and ideas. http://agta.org |
Antique Jewelry Online Jewelry history features take readers through the popular styles during specific eras. Also includes gemstone lore and articles about materials used to make jewelry. http://www.antiquejewelryonline.com/learn/learn.htm |
Better Business Bureau (BBB) Provides a description of traditional jewelry metals, diamonds, and pearls, and includes advice to help consumers make decisions when buying and repairing jewelry. http://www.bbb.org/alerts/article.asp?ID=441 |
Buy a Diamond Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut. http://www.buyadiamond.net/ |
CanadaDiamonds.com Diamond basics, covering the 5 C's--carat weight, color, clarity, cut and cost. http://www.canadadiamonds.com/diamond_tutorials.htm |
Colored Gemstones The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) provides consumer buying advice and educational details about colored gemstones. http://www.gemstone.org/index_gemsite.html |
Costellos Australian Jewelers Jewelry store that offers educational articles to give consumers the facts about the products they sell. Library of articles about diamonds, pearls, and opals. http://www.costellos.com.au |
DiaInfo.com Information to help make shoppers aware of simulated stones and of diamonds that might have received undisclosed treatments to improve their appearance. http://www.diainfo.com/ |
Diamond Info.org Buying tips and educational guidance for diamonds and diamond engagement rings. Includes a community forum. http://www.diamondinfo.org |
Diamond Information and Education Learn and discuss about diamonds and diamond jewelry through education tutorials,articles, chat, forums and informative FAQ's http://www.diamondchatforum.com |
Diamond Review Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ. http://www.diamondreview.com/ |
Emporia State University - Everything about Diamonds A tutorial about the history and characteristics of diamond. Includes facts about diamond mining. http://www.emporia.edu/earthsci/amber/go340/diamond.htm |
Enchanted Learning An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making. http://www.enchantedlearning.com/jewel/ |
Gem Gallery - The Image.com Photos of gemstones, each accompanied by a description of the gem's properties and where it is commonly found. Includes instructions for close-up gem photography. http://www.theimage.com/gemstone/gemstone.html |
Guide2jewelry Buying tips and facts about diamonds, colored gemstones, pearls, and jewelry. http://www.guide2jewelry.com/ |
How Stuff Works: Moissanite Jewels Five-part, illustrated guide that discusses the origin of natural Moissanite and explains how it is being created in the lab today. http://www.howstuffworks.com/moissanite.htm |
Idazzle.com Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond. http://www.idazzle.com/ |
JadeMart.com An explanation of the different grades of jade used in jewelry, with tips to help buyers distinguish between them. http://www.jademart.com |
Jewelers of America A collection of advice about buying many types of fine jewelry. http://www.jewelers.org/ja_consumer/fineinfo.html |
Jewelry Buying Advice Provides information to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories. From About.com. http://jewelry.about.com |
LoveAndDiamonds.com Diamond engagement rings buying guide includes a diamonds tutorial as well as related articles and resources. http://www.loveanddiamonds.com/ |
Name on Rice Jewelry Online Buying Guide Read reviews, ratings, and comparisons of numerous online "Name on Rice" jewelry web sites in the online buyer's guide. http://www.nameonricejewelry.com |
Promise Rings Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them. http://www.promise-rings.info/ |
RingDesigner.com Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification. http://www.ringdesigner.com/Pages/Understanding_Diamonds.htm |
Soyouwanna Buy an Engagement Ring Multi-page article that offers engagement ring buying advice. http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/ring/ring.html |
The House of Tibara Facts about opal include chemical make-up, buying advice, cutting and polishing basics, and opal care. Includes photos of different types of opals. http://www.opal-tibara.com/ |
The Jewelry Box Newsletter Features tips on buying diamonds and jewelry, gemstone facts and cleaning silver. http://www.jewelrynewsletter.com |
YourGemologist.com A reference library covering natural gemstones and minerals, synthetic and treated gems. Also offers resources for people who would like to pursue a career in gemology. http://www.YourGemologist.com/ |