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Jewelry and Gemstones - web pages

Igloo Diamonds - Igloo offers details about the history of Canadian diamond mining and what's required for diamond certification in that country.

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.

Diamond Information and Education - Learn and discuss about diamonds & diamond Jewelry through education tutorials,articles, chat, forums and informative faq's

Diamond Review - Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ.

Soyouwanna Buy an Engagement Ring - Multi-page article that offers engagement ring buying advice.

The Center for Jewelry Studies Discussion Board - Forum where visitors can discuss the history, identification, and marketing of antique, period, and vintage jewelry.

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.

PriceScope - Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor.

Enchanted Learning - An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making.

Charles and Colvard Created Moissanite - Facts about the company's lab created Moissanite. Includes photos of individual gemstones and finished jewelry.

Diamond and Gemstone Facts and Curiosities - Facts about formation, mining, cut, treatment and care of precious gems. Famous diamonds, diamond rings, the 4C’s, birthstone chart, emerald jewelry, engagement rings, fine jewelry stores, gem stone scams, natural gemstones buying guide.

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.

Idazzle.com - Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond.

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.

Promise Rings - Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them.

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.

Diamond Cutters International - Educational articles to help consumers choose a diamond.

World's Largest Diamonds - Photographs and historical background for some of the world's largest known diamonds.

LoveAndDiamonds.com - Diamond engagement rings buying guide includes a diamonds tutorial as well as related articles and resources.

American Gem Trade Association - The Natural Colored Gemstone and Cultured Pearl Source of Information and Ideas.

Jewelers of America - A collection of advice about buying many types of fine jewelry.

Diamond.com - Learning Center - Educational materials to help buyers select and care for diamonds, watches and other jewelry.

Buy a Diamond - Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut.

DiaInfo.com - Information to help make shoppers aware of simulated stones and of diamonds that might have received undisclosed treatments to improve their appearance.

The 4C's of Diamonds - Explains cut, clarity, carat weight and color.

Evaluating a Diamond: Color - Use this information to learn how diamond color is judged. Includes visuals to aid understanding. Also discusses factors that affect color perception.

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.

Jewelry Pearls - Discussion forum for gemstones and precious metals. Includes birthstones, astrological, and anniversary considerations.

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.

Diamond Tutorials.com - About Diamonds - Consumer's guide on buying loose gemstones, rings and engagement bands. Talk forum and quotes.

Emporia State University - Everything about Diamonds - A tutorial about the history and characteristics of diamond. Includes facts about diamond mining.

RingDesigner.com - Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification.

Diamond Treatments - An explanation of the treatments commonly used to improve the appearance of a diamond. Additional links lead to more facts about diamonds.

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