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Gemological Institute of America, Inc. (GIA) - http://www.gia.edu/
A nonprofit educational resource for the gem and jewelry industry; offering online and on-campus education, diamond grading and identification services, and scientific instruments. |
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Gemmological Association and Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain - http://www.gem-a.info/
A non-profit making organization whose principal objectives are the scientific study of gem materials, education, and libraries of gem materials. Courses, laboratory services, and contact information. |
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Jewelers of America - http://www.jewelers.org/
Trade organization for retail jewelers. Consumer information, membership, and affiliates. |
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Society of American Silversmiths - http://www.silversmithing.com/
Resource relating to the silversmiths' art and craft. Artisan gallery, silver care, workshops, and library. |
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Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers' Association - http://www.jewelry.org.hk/
Mission is to increase the productivity of jewelry manufacturing in Hong Kong and to strengthen the ability to compete with overseas manufacturers. Technical articles, services, and member list. |
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Jewellery Distributors' Association - http://www.jda.org.uk/
A non-profit-making trade body, within the British Jewellery and Giftware Federation. Members benefits, news, and index of products. |
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German Gemmological Association - http://www.dgemg.com/
Training and research in modern gemmology. Programs and fees, diamond grading, and enrollment. Site in English and German. |
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Jewelers Vigilance Committee - http://www.jvclegal.org
Not-for-profit trade association whose mission is to maintain the jewelry industry's highest ethical standards. Trade and consumer resources. |
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All India Gems & Jewellery Trade Federation - http://www.gjf.in/
Support for the gem and jewellery industry in India. Includes a trade statistics, news, membership information and newsletter. |
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The Jewelry Information Center - http://www.jic.org
A non-profit trade association funded by its members and the public relations arm for the entire fine jewelry and watch industry. Buying basics, charity fund, and retailer listings. |
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Jewelry Design Professionals' Network - http://www.jdpn.org/
Aim is to provide an open, accessible and supportive channel for designers to share ideas, questions and concerns. Events, membership, and gallery. |
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United States Faceters Guild - http://www.usfacetersguild.org/
Focuses on the art and skill of faceting gemstones. Tips and techniques, online discussion, and diagrams. |
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Federation for European Education in Gemmology - http://www.feeg.net/
A consortium of gemmological institutes formed to establish a standard of European certification, which members must adhere to. List of the member institutes and their offered courses. |
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Society for Midwest Metalsmiths - http://www.midwest-metalsmiths.org
A non-profit organization formed to promote, develop, educate, and encourage individuals who are interested in metalsmithing. Meetings, workshops, exhibitions, grants and members gallery. |