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» 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. |
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» Ask Mr. Jewelry - Photos and buying advice for diamonds and other gemstones. Includes traditional birthstone and anniversary lists and articles to help consumers make gemstone selections. |
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» Buy a Diamond - Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut. |
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» CanadaDiamonds.com - Diamond basics, covering the 5 C's--carat weight, color, clarity, cut and cost. |
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» Colored Gemstones - The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) provides consumer buying advice and educational details about colored gemstones. |
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» 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. |
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» DiaInfo.com - Information to help make shoppers aware of simulated stones and of diamonds that might have received undisclosed treatments to improve their appearance. |
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» Diamond Info.org - Buying tips and educational guidance for diamonds and diamond engagement rings. Includes a community forum. |
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» Diamond Review - Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ. |
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» Enchanted Learning - An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making. |
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» 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. |
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» Gemological Institute of America (GIA) - A nonprofit organization that offers gemstone identification and buying advice to consumers and training to those in the jewelry trade. The GIA provides lab services to the jewelry industry. |
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» 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. |
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» 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. |
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» Idazzle.com - Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond. |
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» JadeMart.com - An explanation of the different grades of jade used in jewelry, with tips to help buyers distinguish between them. |
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» JewelInfo4U - Informational site with articles by volunteer editors from the jewelry industry. Includes articles on gemstones, buying guides, help for men, and common questions. |
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» Jewelry Buying Advice - Provides information to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories. From About.com. |
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» LoveAndDiamonds.com - Diamond engagement rings buying guide includes a diamonds tutorial as well as related articles and resources. |
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» PriceScope - Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor. |
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» Promise Rings - Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them. |
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» RingDesigner.com - Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification. |
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» 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. |
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