Jewelry and Gemstones (Consumer Information)

Jewelry and Gemstones Sites:

Diamond Buying Guide Diamond Buying Guide: Details to help shoppers select and buy a diamond. Topics include diamond grades and diamond quality, and a quiz helps shoppers determine if they've mastered the information. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.thediamondbuyingguide.com/ Casio G2300 "Anniversary Edition" G-Shock Watch Review Casio G2300 "Anniversary Edition" G-Shock Watch Review: Review points out some issues in design and operation. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://kmicic.midamerica.net/watches/g2300/index.html Soyouwanna Buy an Engagement Ring Soyouwanna Buy an Engagement Ring: Multi-page article that offers engagement ring buying advice. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/ring/ring.html RingDesigner.com RingDesigner.com: Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.ringdesigner.com/Pages/Understanding_Diamonds.htm The Jewelry Box Newsletter The Jewelry Box Newsletter: Features tips on buying diamonds and jewelry, gemstone facts and cleaning silver. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.jewelrynewsletter.com Diamond.com - Learning Center Diamond.com - Learning Center: Educational materials to help buyers select and care for diamonds, watches and other jewelry. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamond.com/learncenter.asp?Sn=98592638&fn=_learncenter_home.htm About Jewelry and Accessories About Jewelry and Accessories: Provides facts to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://jewelry.about.com Jewelers of America Jewelers of America: A collection of advice about buying many types of fine jewelry. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.jewelers.org/ja_consumer/fineinfo.html Diamond Treatments Diamond Treatments: An explanation of the treatments commonly used to improve the appearance of a diamond. Additional links lead to more facts about diamonds. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.nexxdesign.com/stones/diamond_treatments.htm Guide2jewelry Guide2jewelry: Buying tips and facts about diamonds, colored gemstones, pearls, and jewelry. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.guide2jewelry.com/ Diamond Info.org Diamond Info.org: Buying tips and educational guidance for diamonds and diamond engagement rings. Includes a community forum. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamondinfo.org DiaInfo.com DiaInfo.com: Information to help make shoppers aware of simulated stones and of diamonds that might have received undisclosed treatments to improve their appearance. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diainfo.com/ Diamond Review Diamond Review: Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamondreview.com/ JadeMart.com JadeMart.com: An explanation of the different grades of jade used in jewelry, with tips to help buyers distinguish between them. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.jademart.com Emporia State University - Everything about Diamonds Emporia State University - Everything about Diamonds: A tutorial about the history and characteristics of diamond. Includes facts about diamond mining. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.emporia.edu/earthsci/amber/go340/diamond.htm Better Business Bureau (BBB) 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 and Gemstones) http://www.bbb.org/alerts/article.asp?ID=441 The Guide to Buying Fine Jewelry Online The Guide to Buying Fine Jewelry Online: Provides information on how to choose, buy and care for fine jewelry, from diamonds, pearls, precious gems, semiprecious gemstones, platinum, yellow and white gold to sterling silver. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.anyamani.com Charles and Colvard Created Moissanite Charles and Colvard Created Moissanite: Facts about the company's lab created Moissanite. Includes photos of individual gemstones and finished jewelry. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.moissanite.com/ The Center for Jewelry Studies Discussion Board The Center for Jewelry Studies Discussion Board: Forum where visitors can discuss the history, identification, and marketing of antique, period, and vintage jewelry. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.center4jewelrystudies.org/board/?topic=topic1 YourGemologist.com 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.YourGemologist.com/ Enchanted Learning Enchanted Learning: An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.enchantedlearning.com/jewel/ Evaluating a Diamond: 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamondexpert.com/articles/color.html World's Largest Diamonds World's Largest Diamonds: Photographs and historical background for some of the world's largest known diamonds. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.worlds-largest-diamonds.com/ Buy a Diamond Buy a Diamond: Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.buyadiamond.net/ Antique Jewelry Online 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.antiquejewelryonline.com/learn/learn.htm Ask Mr. Jewelry 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.askmrjewelry.com Gem Gallery - The Image.com 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.theimage.com/gemstone/gemstone.html Diamond Cutters International Diamond Cutters International: Educational articles to help consumers choose a diamond. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamondcuttersintl.com/ PriceScope PriceScope: Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.pricescope.com/tutor_cert.asp Diamond Tutorials.com - About Diamonds Diamond Tutorials.com - About Diamonds: Consumer's guide on buying loose gemstones, rings and engagement bands. Talk forum and quotes. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamondtutorials.com/ The 4C's of Diamonds The 4C's of Diamonds: Explains cut, clarity, carat weight and color. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://shopandbuydirect.com/diamonds.htm Gemological Institute of America (GIA) 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.gia.edu Diamond Engagement Rings Guide Diamond Engagement Rings Guide: Provides information on choosing and buying diamonds and engagement rings online or in jewelry stores. Offers email newsletter. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamond-engagement-rings-guide.com Colored Gemstones Colored Gemstones: The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) provides consumer buying advice and educational details about colored gemstones. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.gemstone.org/index_gemsite.html Costellos Australian Jewelers 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.costellos.com.au Idazzle.com Idazzle.com: Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.idazzle.com/ Igloo Diamonds Igloo Diamonds: Igloo offers details about the history of Canadian diamond mining and what's required for diamond certification in that country. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamonds.ca/aboutcanadian.htm Promise Rings Promise Rings: Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.promise-rings.info/ How Stuff Works: Moissanite Jewels 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.howstuffworks.com/moissanite.htm The House of Tibara 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. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.opal-tibara.com/ CanadaDiamonds.com CanadaDiamonds.com: Diamond basics, covering the 5 C's--carat weight, color, clarity, cut and cost. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.canadadiamonds.com/diamond_tutorials.htm Diamond Legend Diamond Legend: Details about famous, legendary, and celebrity diamonds, as well as diamonds mentioned in poetry. (Jewelry and Gemstones) http://www.diamond-legend.info