We suggest that before you lay out your money for that 18k earrings or other jewelry (e.g. watch, diamonds, pearls), you learn all you can about it so assure yourself that you are getting what you are paying to get. Shop all aspects related to your purchase: the price; the quality and the service you get after the purchase. b. Get all the details about the online or store return policy and their refund policy. f. Don't buy without getting a warranty or guarantee with the item being purchased. Get a sales receipt and, in writing, all the pertinent facts related to the item you are buying.

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 18k earrings. 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. Determine if the store's sale people have any gemological and appraisal education.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or 18k earrings online, before you do so, see if the site posts a Better Business Bureau Reliability seal on their site. Get all the product details in writing (for example by email) including refund policy. Call the online store and get confirmation as to the particulars of the purchase. In addition to the phone conversation, get everything in writing. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or 18k earrings is one lucky person!