Prior to making your purchase for the jewelry or watch or bracelet or whatever, make sure that you research all relevant features. At search site or store, investigate their pricing, service and the quality of what they are offering. a. Ask about the store (or online) refund and return policy. d. You will want a warranty with your purchase so inquire and understand what is offered. Be sure to get, in writing, on the sales receipt, any information you relied on when making your purchase, such as the gem's weight or size. Some jewelers will supply a grading report from a gemological laboratory.

Finding a jeweler that you can trust is of utmost importance. Regardless of whether you are buying a pendant, watch, necklace or jewelry. Get to the bottom of the store's reputation by asking those that have purchased from the store. Look into the 'buzz' about the company that you are contemplating making your purchase. See if they belong to any trade organizations which usually require strict adherence to good business practices before accepting a store for membership. The Better Business Bureau in your area is a resource you should use when evaluating a prospective jeweler. You ant your jeweler to have a gemological and appraisal certificate.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or jewelry online, before you do so, see if the site posts a Better Business Bureau Reliability seal on their site. Be sure to get all the particulars related to your purchase in writing as you do not want to have any disputes without evidence of what you believe was represented. A conversation with a sales person from the online store as you want to 'get personal' as if you had visited a 'bricks and mortar' store. In addition to the phone conversation, get everything in writing. Closing remark - your recipient of jewelry is one lucky person!