Jewelry Education Center
Essential Information on Diamonds, Gemstones, Jewelry and Precious Metals
Diamonds
Discover the world of loose diamonds from cuts to clarity and carats to color.
The 4 Cs of Diamonds
A diamond definition and an overview of diamond carat, cut, color and clarity
Lab Grown Diamonds
Certified lab grown diamonds with 40-60% savings. Real diamonds, IGI certified, eco-friendly.
Diamond Certificates
Learn more about buying a loose diamond with or without certificate.
Inclusions & Blemishes
Learn about internal & external clarity characteristics of a diamond.
Precious Metals
What's the difference between 14K and 18K gold? Why is platinum so special? What exactly is white gold? Learn about Gold, Platinum and Palladium and discover the special characteristics of each metal used in your favorite jewelry.
Gemstones
Learn All About Sapphires, Emeralds, Rubies and Semi-Precious Stones Discover interesting facts about your favorite gemstones, and learn all about gemstone cuts, clarity, color and more.
Sapphire Facts
Where do sapphires come from? How did they get their name? What colors are available?
Emerald Facts
How hard are emeralds? Which month is emerald birthstone month? What shades do they come in?
Gemstone Color Guide
Learn about hue, tone, and saturation. Understand what makes gemstone colors valuable.
Jewelry Resources
Some general information about Jewelry.
Ring Size Conversion Chart
Use our handy table to convert your ring size into standard international sizes.
How to Buy an Engagement Ring
Learn about the decisions you must make when you buy an engagement ring.
How to Measure Your Ring Size
Find out how you can find your ring size. You can request a free ring sizer or use our conversion tool.