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GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: How to Buy Pearls 101

December 11, 2014

Captivated by pearls? You’re certainly in good company. A favorite of legendary women including Cleopatra and Queen Elizabeth, these beautiful spheres are the only precious gems made from a living creature – the mollusk. (more…)

GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: 5 Things to Remember When Buying A Diamond

December 2, 2014

The to-do list around the holiday season seems endless! You’re busy attending events, hanging holiday decorations, sending cards…and then, you still have to find time to buy gifts! If your holiday shopping list includes a diamond or piece of diamond jewelry, GIA can help.

Here are 5 easy tips to help you choose the perfect diamond gift.

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GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: Gift Ideas for Women

November 24, 2014

So many designs, so many options! Choosing just the right jewelry piece for a woman can seem daunting. As the authoritative source on diamond and gem knowledge, GIA put together this holiday shopping guide to help give you the confidence to purchase a quality gemstone or piece of jewelry any woman will love. (more…)

GIA Holiday Shopping Guide: Gift ideas for Men

November 20, 2014

GIA’s 2014 Holiday Shopping Guides are here to help inspire your holiday shopping this season. Today, we discuss how to make the right choice when it comes to buying jewelry for men. (more…)

Holiday Buying Guide – Part 6: Beyond Cuff Links – More Men Want Fine Jewelry this Holiday

December 17, 2013

While holiday jewelry purchases are predominantly for women, many men would love to be on the receiving end of the jewelry-giving. Today, GIA’s Holiday Buying Guide series continues with tips for buying jewelry for men.

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Holiday Buying Guide Part 5: Tips for Purchasing Fancy Cut Diamonds

December 12, 2013

The unique beauty and appeal of fancy cut diamonds make them the perfect choice for gifts of the season. Shoppers now have a wide array of choices, so there is something for every taste. In this installment of our 2013 Holiday Buying Guide series, you will learn about some of the special characteristics of fancy cut diamonds before you ever step into a jewelry store. (more…)