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The House of Tibara
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Facts about opal include chemical make-up, buying advice, cutting and polishing basics, and opal care. Includes photos of different types of opals. www.opal-tibara.com
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Diamond Review
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Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ. www.diamondreview.com
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How Stuff Works: Moissanite Jewels
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Five-part, illustrated guide that discusses the origin of natural Moissanite and explains how it is being created in the lab today. www.howstuffworks.com/moissanite.htm
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DiaInfo.com
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Information to help make shoppers aware of simulated stones and of diamonds that might have received undisclosed treatments to improve their appearance. www.diainfo.com
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Guide2jewelry
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Buying tips and facts about diamonds, colored gemstones, pearls, and jewelry. www.guide2jewelry.com
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YourGemologist.com
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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. www.YourGemologist.com
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Buy a Diamond
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Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut. www.buyadiamond.net
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Jewelers of America
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A collection of advice about buying many types of fine jewelry. www.jewelers.org/ja_consumer/fineinfo.html
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Ask Mr. Jewelry
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Photos and buying advice for diamonds and other gemstones. Includes traditional birthstone and anniversary lists and articles to help consumers make gemstone selections. www.askmrjewelry.com
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Diamond Info.org
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Buying tips and educational guidance for diamonds and diamond engagement rings. Includes a community forum. www.diamondinfo.org
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Costellos Australian Jewelers
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Jewelry store that offers educational articles to give consumers the facts about the products they sell. Library of articles about diamonds, pearls, and opals. www.costellos.com.au
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World's Largest Diamonds
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Photographs and historical background for some of the world's largest known diamonds. www.worlds-largest-diamonds.com
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Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
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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. www.gia.edu
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Idazzle.com
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Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond. www.idazzle.com
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Colored Gemstones
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The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) provides consumer buying advice and educational details about colored gemstones. www.gemstone.org/index_gemsite.html
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Enchanted Learning
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An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making. www.enchantedlearning.com/jewel
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Gem Gallery - The Image.com
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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. www.theimage.com/gemstone/gemstone.html
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CanadaDiamonds.com
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Diamond basics, covering the 5 C's--carat weight, color, clarity, cut and cost. www.canadadiamonds.com/diamond_tutorials.htm
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About Jewelry and Accessories
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Provides facts to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories. jewelry.about.com
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JadeMart.com
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An explanation of the different grades of jade used in jewelry, with tips to help buyers distinguish between them. www.jademart.com
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Soyouwanna Buy an Engagement Ring
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Multi-page article that offers engagement ring buying advice. www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/ring/ring.html
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Antique Jewelry Online
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Jewelry history features take readers through the popular styles during specific eras. Also includes gemstone lore and articles about materials used to make jewelry. www.antiquejewelryonline.com/learn/learn.htm
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PriceScope
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Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor. www.pricescope.com/tutor_cert.asp
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Emporia State University - Everything about Diamonds
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A tutorial about the history and characteristics of diamond. Includes facts about diamond mining. www.emporia.edu/earthsci/amber/go340/diamond.htm
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The Jewelry Box Newsletter
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Features tips on buying diamonds and jewelry, gemstone facts and cleaning silver. www.jewelrynewsletter.com
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Promise Rings
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Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them. www.promise-rings.info
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RingDesigner.com
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Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification. www.ringdesigner.com/Pages/Understanding_Diamonds.htm
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Better Business Bureau (BBB)
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Provides a description of traditional jewelry metals, diamonds, and pearls, and includes advice to help consumers make decisions when buying and repairing jewelry. www.bbb.org/alerts/article.asp?ID=441
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American Gem Trade Association
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The natural colored gemstone and cultured pearl source of information and ideas. agta.org
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Diamond Information and Education
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Learn and discuss about diamonds and diamond jewelry through education tutorials,articles, chat, forums and informative FAQ's www.diamondchatforum.com
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LoveAndDiamonds.com
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Diamond engagement rings buying guide includes a diamonds tutorial as well as related articles and resources. www.loveanddiamonds.com
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Jewelry Pearls
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Discussion forum for gemstones and precious metals. Includes birthstones, astrological, and anniversary considerations. www.jewelry-pearls.com
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Name on Rice Jewelry Online Buying Guide
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jewelry web sites in the online buyer's guide. www.nameonricejewelry.com
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