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A collection of the most helpful educational websites, articles, and videos about diamond buying. The Four C's of diamonds, the criteria used to evaluate the quality of a diamond, are explained as well as where to best save money when purchasing a diamond. The Four C's of diamonds are cut, color, clarity, and carat weight.
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Choosing A Diamond Isn't So Rough - An article discussing how diamonds are priced with practical advice on how to cut costs.
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Savvy Shopping Tips - Quick tips from the AGS Laboratories to get the most beautiful diamond for your dollar.
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Diamond-Buying Tips From the Pros - A Fox Business article covering budget considerations in diamond buying. Real, synthetic, and simulated diamonds are discussed.
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Getting the best bling for your buck - Buying a diamond on a budget involves homework, trade-offs says the San Diego Union Tribune. The article features a great sidebar that show readers where to compromise on the four C's to find a diamond that fits your budget.
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GIA - The Gemological Institute of America is the leading independent authority that assessing the quality of diamonds and gemstones.
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International Gemological Institute - IGI is a consumer-focused gemological laboratory that provides grading, identification, and appraisal reports for diamonds.
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American Gem Society - This not-for-profit trade association of fine jewelers, jewelry designers, and suppliers is dedicated to ethical business practices, protecting the consumer, and maintaining superior gemological skills and knowledge.
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EGL - EGL USA is one of the largest and oldest independent gemological institutions focusing on gemstone certification and research.
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Jewelry Buyer's Checklist - A consumers guide to purchasing diamonds and fine jewelry from the Jeweler's Vigilance Committee.
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AGS Laboratories - Affliated with the American Gem Society, AGS Laboratories provides diamond grading reports to the diamond manufacturing and retail jewelry communities. It is focused on consumer protection and satisfaction.
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Forbes Video Network - A brief overview of the 4C's of diamonds.
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Diamond Buying 101 - American Gem Society's video debunking the four C's.
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Blue Nile - The leading online diamond retailer has an in-depth education section.
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Tiffany & Co. - The standard-bearer of engagement rings and fine jewelry.
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De Beers - For over a century De Beers has been an authority on diamonds.
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Borsheim's - A part of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Borsheim's is a highly regarded independent diamond and jewelry retailer.