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Open Directory: Home: Consumer Information: Jewelry and Gemstones
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 | Antique Jewelry Online www.antiquejewelryonline.com/learn/learn.htm 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 www.askmrjewelry.com 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 www.buyadiamond.net 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 www.canadadiamonds.com/diamond_tutorials.htm Diamond basics, covering the 5 C's--carat weight, color, clarity, cut and cost. |
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 | Colored Gemstones www.gemstone.org/index_gemsite.html The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) provides consumer buying advice and educational details about colored gemstones. |
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 | Costellos Australian Jewelers www.costellos.com.au 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 www.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 www.diamondinfo.org Buying tips and educational guidance for diamonds and diamond engagement rings. Includes a community forum. |
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 | Diamond Information and Education www.diamondchatforum.com Learn and discuss about diamonds and diamond jewelry through education tutorials,articles, chat, forums and informative FAQ's |
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 | Diamond Review www.diamondreview.com Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ. |
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 | Enchanted Learning www.enchantedlearning.com/jewel An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making. |
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 | Gem Gallery - The Image.com www.theimage.com/gemstone/gemstone.html 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) www.gia.edu 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 www.opal-tibara.com 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 www.howstuffworks.com/moissanite.htm 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 www.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 www.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 www.jewelinfo4u.com 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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 | The Jewelry Box Newsletter www.jewelrynewsletter.com Features tips on buying diamonds and jewelry, gemstone facts and cleaning silver. |
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 | Jewelry Buying Advice jewelry.about.com Provides information to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories. From About.com. |
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 | LoveAndDiamonds.com www.loveanddiamonds.com Diamond engagement rings buying guide includes a diamonds tutorial as well as related articles and resources. |
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 | PriceScope www.pricescope.com/tutor_cert.asp Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor. |
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 | Promise Rings www.promise-rings.info Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them. |
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 | RingDesigner.com www.ringdesigner.com/Pages/Understanding_Diamonds.htm Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification. |
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 | YourGemologist.com www.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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