Don't 'pull the trigger' on purchasing anniversary antique ring or watch or bracelet or any jewelry until you learn all you can about it so that you are a smart consumer. Compare price, service and quality. f. Specifically inquire about the return and refund policies. b. Review any guarantees or warranties that come with the purchase. 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 anniversary antique ring. Get to the bottom of the store's reputation by asking those that have purchased from the store. Check out the store's reputation in your area. Find out what organizations the jeweler belongs to and their membership requirements. Obtain a report on the business from the Better Business Bureau. It is far preferable to deal with a company that have gemological and appraisal educations so you know that what they are saying is based on actual knowledge.

A good indicator of a reliable site for getting that string of pearls, or bracelet or anniversary antique ring, is the BBB seal of reliability. Get all the product details in writing (for example by email) including refund policy. If you are shopping online, get the websites location and talk with someone to clarify all aspects of the purchase. In addition, be sure that you document all conversation and details of the transaction. Finally, you and/or your loved one should enjoy and cherish that new jewelry or anniversary antique ring purchase.