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- American Gem Trade Association
The natural colored gemstone and cultured pearl source of information and ideas. - Antique Jewelry Online
Jewelry history features take readers through the popular styles during specific eras. Also includes gemstone lore and articles about materials used to make jewelry. - Ask Mr. Jewelry
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
Diamond buying advice. Includes facts about the origins of diamonds and how the stones progress from rough to cut. - CanadaDiamonds.com
Diamond basics, covering the 5 C's--carat weight, color, clarity, cut and cost. - Colored Gemstones
The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) provides consumer buying advice and educational details about colored gemstones. - Costellos Australian Jewelers
Jewelry store that offers educational articles to give consumers the facts about the products they sell. Library of articles about diamonds, pearls, and opals. - DiaInfo.com
Information to help make shoppers aware of simulated stones and of diamonds that might have received undisclosed treatments to improve their appearance. - Diamond Info.org
Buying tips and educational guidance for diamonds and diamond engagement rings. Includes a community forum. - Diamond Information and Education
Learn and discuss about diamonds and diamond jewelry through education tutorials,articles, chat, forums and informative FAQ's - Diamond Review
Diamond buying guide includes a price database, diamonds tutorial, and diamond FAQ. - Emporia State University - Everything about Diamonds
A tutorial about the history and characteristics of diamond. Includes facts about diamond mining. - Enchanted Learning
An illustrated glossary, including terms that describe fine and costume jewelry, gemstones, and jewelry making. - Gem Gallery - The Image.com
Photos of gemstones, each accompanied by a description of the gem's properties and where it is commonly found. Includes instructions for close-up gem photography. - Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
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. - The House of Tibara
Facts about opal include chemical make-up, buying advice, cutting and polishing basics, and opal care. Includes photos of different types of opals. - How Stuff Works: Moissanite Jewels
Five-part, illustrated guide that discusses the origin of natural Moissanite and explains how it is being created in the lab today. - Idazzle.com
Provides basic information to help familiarize buyers with the qualities they should look for when searching for a diamond. - JadeMart.com
An explanation of the different grades of jade used in jewelry, with tips to help buyers distinguish between them. - JewelInfo4U
Informational site with articles by volunteer editors from the jewelry industry. Includes articles on gemstones, buying guides, help for men, and common questions. - The Jewelry Box Newsletter
Features tips on buying diamonds and jewelry, gemstone facts and cleaning silver. - Jewelry Buying Advice
Provides information to help consumers evaluate and purchase gemstones, jewelry, watches and related accessories. From About.com. - LoveAndDiamonds.com
Diamond engagement rings buying guide includes a diamonds tutorial as well as related articles and resources. - Name on Rice Jewelry Online Buying Guide
Read reviews, ratings, and comparisons of numerous online "Name on Rice" jewelry web sites in the online buyer's guide. - PriceScope
Includes numerous diamond tutorials and buying tips, a discussion forum, and a cut advisor. - Promise Rings
Learn their meanings, history, traditions, current practices and where to buy them. - RingDesigner.com
Describes the 4Cs of diamonds (cut, clarity, carat and color) and some information about certification. - Soyouwanna Buy an Engagement Ring
Multi-page article that offers engagement ring buying advice. - 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.
Random Indian Recipes:-
- Dal Fry
Wash tur dal and soak in water for 30 min. and cook in a pressure cooker. Cut tomato,onion,ginger and garlic into fine pieces. In a pan heat oil and add mustard seeds,jeera and kadipatta. Then add red chilly and ... - Samosa
Boil potatoes and green peas. Chop onion and coriander leaves. Heat 2-3 tbsp oil and mix in maida and make smooth dough adding salt and warm water. Keep aside for 30 min. In a pan heat 1 tbsp oil and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. when they started to crackle add onion and kadipatta and fry for 2-3 min. Now add ginger garlic paste and again fry for 2-3 min. Add dhania jeera powder,turmeric powder and salt. Lastly add mashed potatoes, ... - Plain Dosa
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In a cup of warm milk mix the cornflour finely. In a another pan take milk,cornflour milk and sugar. Allow to boil on low flame for 20 min. Peel and grate the apples. Add immediately into boiling milk. Allow to cook for 4-5 min on low flame. Lastly add elaichi powder. Remove from heat. Garnish with kaju badam pista pieces. Apple kheer is ready to serve. - Undhiyo
Mix all above muthia ingredients in a bowl and knead dough without using water. Make small balls and deep fry in oil till golden and keep aside. Make pieces of all vegetables. Mix all masala ingredient and apply to chopped vegetables. In a cooker heat one bowl oil and fry whole red chilly.ajwain and hing. Now pour all vegetables in tadka and fry again for 2-3 min. Add 1-2 cup of water and cover the cooker. Allow to cook on low flame for 30-40 min. Allow cooker to cool. Now add fried muthias and mix well. Undhiyo is ready. - Satyanarayana Prasad
Clean rava and fry in hot ghee till light brown on slow flame. In another pan mix milk and water and keep to boil. Pour the milk mixture on fried rava. Make pieces of kaju and almond. Chop the banana into small pieces. When rava cook add sugar and cover the pan. Add kismis,kaju,almond and banana pieces. Mix well and cover the pan for 2-3 min. Lastly add elaichi powder. Prasad is ready. - Batate Pohe
First clean poha, wash, drain and keep aside. Cut onions,green chilly and coriander leaves. Make thin pieces of potato. In a pan heat oil and add mustard seeds,cumin seeds,green chilly and kadipatta. Then add onions and saute it till brown. Now add potato pieces and mix well. Sprinkle water on potato and cover the pan. Allow to cook potato for 2-3 min. Add turmeric powder and salt. Now add poha and mix well. Lastly add sugar,grated coconut and chopped coriander leaves. Cover the pan and allow to cook on ... - Kadai Paneer
Cut paneer and capsicum in long pieces. Make fine paste of onion, tomato, ginger and salt. Heat butter in a pan. Add bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon. Then add ground paste,red chilly powder and orange colour. Allow to cook on medium flame till oil seperates. Add paneer and capsicum pieces. Cook again for 4-5 min on low flame. When the capsicum are done remove from the flame. Kadai paneer is ready. Serve hot with naan or roti. - Mohanthal
Heat ghee in a pan and add besan. Fry on a low flame till you get a nice smell (light brown colour). Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl. Add milk powder and mix well and keep aside. In another pan make syrup of one cup of water and sugar. Boil till one string consistancy. Add besan mixture and elaichi powder. Remove from heat and stir continuously till the mixture thickens. Pour the mixture into greased thali and spread evenly. Sprinkle cashewnuts pieces and set aside to cool and set. Cut into squares. - Egg Kheema
Grate eggs and chop onion,tomato and coriander leaves. Heat butter in a pan and add chopped onion and saute it till golden brown. Add green chilly ginger garlic paste,mirchi powder,dhania jeera powder, garam masala powder,turmeric powder and saute for few seconds. Now add chopped tomatoes and salt. saute it till oil seperates. Lastly add grated eggs and chopped coriander leaves to it and stir it for 5 minutes on low flame. Egg kheema is ready. ...