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If you're one of the many people who are attracted to shiny objects like diamonds and gold, you'll find information here about buying, caring for and enjoying fine jewelry.

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Jewelry Tips 

Just Ask Leslie: Jewelry Tips
Just Ask Leslie: Jewelry Tips
Categories Tips and Advice How to Buy a Diamond Gift Buying Jewelry Care Birthstones and Zodiac Jewelry FAQ’s Weddings and Engagements
Jewelry Information Center (JIC) - Welcome
  Welcome to Jewelry Information Center (JIC), the source for consumer information on fine jewelry and watches. Browse the following sections or click on the quick links for specific information.

Buying Diamonds 

Diamond information site. Impartial advice on all aspects of buying diamonds.
Diamond Information Portal offering impartial advice on buying diamonds in the UK.
Diamond Engagement Rings by loveanddiamonds.com
All about Diamond engagement rings - Diamond engagement ring buying guide
Diamond Education,Diamond Information
A complete online resource for Diamond Education & Diamond Information. Education Tutorials, Chat, Forums & Articles
RingDesigner.com
Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification.
Diamonds and engagement ring guide
Diamonds explained - FREE buying guide for consumers. We DO NOT sell diamonds. Site includes engagement ring tutorial, wedding ring style guide, loose diamond prices, much more.
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Diamond
A tutorial from Emporia State College covering the history and characteristics of diamond. Includes facts about diamond mining.
PriceScope - Diamonds
Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor.

Earrings on eBay 

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Styles 

Take a closer look at the latest in jewelry styles
Discover new trends in jewelry fashion
Jewelry - Styles Of Georgian And Victorian Jewelry by Arthur Guy Kaplan
The Antiques Council- Jewelry - Styles Of Georgian And Victorian Jewelry by Arthur Guy Kaplan

Jewelry links 

Alibaba Trade Shows - Alibaba.com - Trade Shows, Events, Fairs, Conferences & Exhibitions.
The leading resource for Trade Shows, Trade Events, Trade Fairs, Trade Conferences and Exhibitions in China, Germany, the United States and around the world. An exhaustive list of the most important trade shows in your region and around the world with an extensive trade show calendar, detailed event

Diamonds and Similar on eBay 

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Jewelry Fashions 

Sparkle Like The Stars: celebrity jewelry
SparkleLikeTheStars.com is a regularly updated blog providing you with the latest scoop on what jewelry celebrities are wearing and what low cost alternatives are available.

Resources on Amazon 

These jewelry buying guides are a great resource.

Gem Identification Made Easy, Third Edition: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling

Confused about gemstones? This book can help.

Amazon Price: $24.39 (as of 12/23/2009) Buy Now

Jewelry & Gems the Buying Guide: How to Buy Diamonds, Pearls, Colored Gemstones, Gold & Jewelry With Confidence And Knowledge (Jewelry and Gems the Buying Guide)

Great info about buying bling

Amazon Price: $13.59 (as of 12/23/2009) Buy Now

Buying & Selling Jewelry on eBay (Buying & Selling on Ebay)

Use eBay to find and sell great items

Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009) Buy Now

Diamond Ring Buying Guide: How to Evaluate, Identify and Select Diamonds & Diamond Jewelry (6th Edition)

Popping the question? Find the right rock

Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009) Buy Now

Jewelry & Gems at Auction: The Definitive Guide to Buying & Selling at the Auction House & on Internet Auction Sites

Super book about buying and selling jewelry at auction

Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 12/23/2009) Buy Now

Jewelry Coverage 

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Pendants on eBay 

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Gemstone Links 

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.
Diamond Review
Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ.
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.
DiaInfo.com
Information to help make shoppers aware of simulated stones and of diamonds that might have received undisclosed treatments to improve their appearance.
Guide2jewelry
Buying tips and facts about diamonds, colored gemstones, pearls, and jewelry.
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.
Buy a Diamond
Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut.
Jewelers of America
A collection of advice about buying many types of fine 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.
Diamond Info.org
Buying tips and educational guidance for diamonds and diamond engagement rings. Includes a community forum.
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.
World's Largest Diamonds
Photographs and historical background for some of the world's largest known diamonds.
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.
Idazzle.com
Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond.
Colored Gemstones
The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) provides consumer buying advice and educational details about colored gemstones.
Enchanted Learning
An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making.
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.
CanadaDiamonds.com
Diamond basics, covering the 5 C's--carat weight, color, clarity, cut and cost.
About Jewelry and Accessories
Provides facts to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories.
JadeMart.com
An explanation of the different grades of jade used in jewelry, with tips to help buyers distinguish between them.
Soyouwanna Buy an Engagement Ring
Multi-page article that offers engagement ring buying advice.
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.
PriceScope
Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor.
Emporia State University - Everything about Diamonds
A tutorial about the history and characteristics of diamond. Includes facts about diamond mining.
The Jewelry Box Newsletter
Features tips on buying diamonds and jewelry, gemstone facts and cleaning silver.
Promise Rings
Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them.
RingDesigner.com
Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification.
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.
American Gem Trade Association
The natural colored gemstone and cultured pearl source of information and ideas.
Diamond Information and Education
Learn and discuss about diamonds and diamond jewelry through education tutorials,articles, chat, forums and informative FAQ's
LoveAndDiamonds.com
Diamond engagement rings buying guide includes a diamonds tutorial as well as related articles and resources.
Jewelry Pearls
Discussion forum for gemstones and precious metals. Includes birthstones, astrological, and anniversary considerations.
Name on Rice Jewelry Online Buying Guide
Read reviews, ratings, and comparisons of numerous online "Name on Rice" jewelry web sites in the online buyer's guide.

Professional Jewelers' Resources 

Faceting Diagrams Gemstone Designs
United States Faceters Guild Web Site
Properties of Commonly Faceted Minerals and Materials
United States Faceters Guild Web Site

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