Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers' Association
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.
Society for Midwest Metalmiths
A non-profit organization formed to promote, develop, educate, and encourage individuals who are interested in metalsmithing. Meetings, workshops, and members gallery.
http://www.midwest-metalsmiths.org
http://www.midwest-metalsmiths.org
Federation for European Education in Gemmology
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.
German Gemmological Association
Training and research in modern gemmology. Programs and fees, diamond grading, and enrollment. Site in English and German.
United States Faceters Guild
Focuses on the art and skill of faceting gemstones. Tips and techniques, online discussion, and diagrams.
http://www.usfacetersguild.org/
http://www.usfacetersguild.org/
Jewellery Distributors' Association
A non-profit-making trade body, within the British Jewellery and Giftware Federation. Members benefits, news, and index of products.
Jewelers Vigilance Committee
Not-for-profit trade association whose mission is to maintain the jewelry industry's highest ethical standards. Trade and consumer resources.
Jewelers of America
Trade organization for retail jewelers. Consumer information, membership, and affiliates.
Society of American Silversmiths
Resource relating to the silversmiths' art and craft. Artisan gallery, silver care, workshops, and library.
http://www.silversmithing.com/
http://www.silversmithing.com/
Diamond High Council
Supply a wide variety of publications with information related to the diamond trade and industry in several languages.