Ask Mr. Jewelry
- http://www.askmrjewelry.com
- Photos and buying advice for diamonds and other gemstones. Includes traditional birthstone and anniversary lists and articles to help consumers make gemstone selections.
Buy a Diamond
- http://www.buyadiamond.net/
- Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut.
DiaInfo.com
- http://www.diainfo.com/
- Information to help make shoppers aware of simulated stones and of diamonds that might have received undisclosed treatments to improve their appearance.
Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
- http://www.gia.edu
- 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
- http://www.idazzle.com/
- Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond.
JadeMart.com
- http://www.jademart.com
- An explanation of the different grades of jade used in jewelry, with tips to help buyers distinguish between them.
JewelInfo4U
- http://www.jewelinfo4u.com/
- Informational site with articles by volunteer editors from the jewelry industry. Includes articles on gemstones, buying guides, help for men, and common questions.
Jewelry Buying Advice
- http://jewelry.about.com
- Provides information to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories. From About.com.
The House of Tibara
- http://www.opal-tibara.com/
- Facts about opal include chemical make-up, buying advice, cutting and polishing basics, and opal care. Includes photos of different types of opals.
YourGemologist.com
- http://www.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.
