Helpful resources for Diamond Helpers: Diamond Information Consumer Protection Diamond Information Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Home Page -- Great new Web site by the most respected gemological organization in the world, with diamond grading laboratories (Gem Trade Laboratories -- GTL) in New York and California. Also good consumer information about diamonds and other gems. Sample GIA Certificates (interactive guides to all the reports they have offered over the years). American Gem Society (AGS) Home Page -- The most respected organization of jewelery retailers. Gemological information for consumers, AGS members, etc. Sample AGS Certificates with interactive explanation of each part of the certificate and what it means. European Gemological Laboratories (EGL) Home Page -- The largest organization of independent gemological laboratories in the world. Sample EGL Certificate with description. Jewelers of America (JA) Home Page -- Site for the trade organization of jewelers. Basic information on all kinds of jewelry topics. Search for local members in your area. Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) Home Page -- The association that polices the jewelry industry and ensures integrity among members. DeBeers -- A Diamond Is Forever Home Page -- For diamond consumers. Site has a great feature that lets you use your imagination to create your dream ring online. Site Index -- For a complete list of all areas. FTC article: Guide for Jewelry List of common scams and rules for the jewelry trade FTC article: How to Buy Jewelry Nice article on buying jewelry, including some good tips and precise explanations of diamond terminology. General Consumer Resources Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Home Page -- The national center for rules and regulations that govern what stores and manufacturers can say about their products. Consumer Reports Home Page -- Ralph Nader's well-known center for unbiased consumer information on product comparisons, pricing, safety research, etc. Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs Home Page -- Excellent resource for consumer information and legal issues. FTC Consumer Protection Publications List Home Page -- Comprehensive list of consumer protection literature from the U.S. government. Better Business Bureau (BBB Online) Home Page -- The well-known watchdog working for better business practices online and off.