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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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 | - 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.
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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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