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| Antique Jewelry Online [ Details ] |
| 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 |
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| Ask Mr. Jewelry [ Details ] |
| Photos and buying advice for diamonds and other gemstones. Includes traditional birthstone and anniversary lists and articles to help consumers make gemstone selections. |
| http://www.askmrjewelry.com |
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| Better Business Bureau (BBB) [ Details ] |
| 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 |
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| Buy a Diamond [ Details ] |
| Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut. |
| http://www.buyadiamond.net/ |
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| CanadaDiamonds.com [ Details ] |
| Diamond basics, covering the 5 C's--carat weight, color, clarity, cut and cost. |
| http://www.canadadiamonds.com/diamond_tutorials.htm |
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| Colored Gemstones [ Details ] |
| The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) provides consumer buying advice and educational details about colored gemstones. |
| http://www.gemstone.org/index_gemsite.html |
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| Costellos Australian Jewelers [ Details ] |
| 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 |
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| DiaInfo.com [ Details ] |
| 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/ |
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| Diamond Info.org [ Details ] |
| Buying tips and educational guidance for diamonds and diamond engagement rings. Includes a community forum. |
| http://www.diamondinfo.org |
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| Diamond Review [ Details ] |
| Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ. |
| http://www.diamondreview.com/ |
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| Enchanted Learning [ Details ] |
| An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making. |
| http://www.enchantedlearning.com/jewel/ |
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| Gem Gallery - The Image.com [ Details ] |
| 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 |
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| Gemological Institute of America (GIA) [ Details ] |
| 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. |
| http://www.gia.edu |
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| Guide2jewelry [ Details ] |
| Buying tips and facts about diamonds, colored gemstones, pearls, and jewelry. |
| http://www.guide2jewelry.com/ |
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| Idazzle.com [ Details ] |
| Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond. |
| http://www.idazzle.com/ |
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| JadeMart.com [ Details ] |
| An explanation of the different grades of jade used in jewelry, with tips to help buyers distinguish between them. |
| http://www.jademart.com |
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| JewelInfo4U [ Details ] |
| Informational site with articles by volunteer editors from the jewelry industry. Includes articles on gemstones, buying guides, help for men, and common questions. |
| http://www.jewelinfo4u.com/ |
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| Jewelry Buying Advice [ Details ] |
| Provides information to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories. From About.com. |
| http://jewelry.about.com |
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| LoveAndDiamonds.com [ Details ] |
| Diamond engagement rings buying guide includes a diamonds tutorial as well as related articles and resources. |
| http://www.loveanddiamonds.com/ |
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| PriceScope [ Details ] |
| Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor. |
| http://www.pricescope.com/tutor_cert.asp |
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| Promise Rings [ Details ] |
| Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them. |
| http://www.promise-rings.info/ |
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| RingDesigner.com [ Details ] |
| Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification. |
| http://www.ringdesigner.com/Pages/Understanding_Diamonds.htm |
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| The House of Tibara [ Details ] |
| 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/ |
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| YourGemologist.com [ Details ] |
| 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/ |
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