We suggest that before you lay out your money for that 3 diamond platinum ring stone 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. Compare price, service and quality. d. Be sure you understand and can live with the store (or websites) exchange and return policies. e. Any purchase you make you will want to be sure comes with a warranty and/or guarantee - be sure you understand its terms. 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 3 diamond platinum ring stone. 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. Find out what organizations the jeweler belongs to and their membership requirements. Get a BBB report on your jewelry store prior to making any purchase. You ant your jeweler to have a gemological and appraisal certificate.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or 3 diamond platinum ring stone online, before you do so, see if the site posts a Better Business Bureau Reliability seal on their site. Document the details related to your purchase for future use, if necessary. If you are shopping online, get the websites location and talk with someone to clarify all aspects of the purchase. Even though you have had a conversation, make sure that all aspects of the purchase are well documented in writing. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or 3 diamond platinum ring stone is one lucky person!