Before 'pulling the trigger' on that jewelry buy, be sure you learn all you can about the 14k white gold ring or whatever you are purchasing be it gold, silver, platinum or just gemstones. Compare price, service and quality. f. Specifically inquire about the return and refund policies. f. Don't buy without getting a warranty or guarantee with the item being purchased. 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.

You may be asking yourself how you find a reputable jeweler. Here are some thoughts whether you are looking to purchase a watch, necklace, bracelet, pendent or looking for 14k white gold ring. Check the store's reputation by questioning friends, relatives or coworkers who have shopped there. A good indicator of the store's reliability is if they are well respected in your city. You want to find out if the jeweler is a member of any industry organizations and what requirements are necessary to be a member. Obtain as much information as you can about the store you are entertaining using from the Better Business Bureau. You ant your jeweler to have a gemological and appraisal certificate.

A good indicator of a reliable site for getting that string of pearls, or bracelet or 14k white gold ring, is the BBB seal of reliability. Get all the product details in writing (for example by email) including refund policy. 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. Further to the telephone call, be sure that the purchase is well documented including all representations. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or 14k white gold ring is one lucky person!