Prior to making your purchase for the antique jewelry silver or watch or bracelet or whatever, make sure that you research all relevant features. Be sure that you comparison shop for quality, price and customer service. d. Be sure you understand and can live with the store (or websites) exchange and return policies. b. Review any guarantees or warranties that come with the purchase. Obtain a written sales receipt and, in writing, any information you relied upon in your purchase.

We can't think of another purchase category beyond jewelry where the reputation and honesty of the seller is more important. Do all you can to investigate the business practices of the jeweler whether you are buying precious stones, gold, platinum or antique jewelry silver. Look into the 'buzz' about the company that you are contemplating making your purchase. If the jewelry store is a member of any trade organizations, determine what they are and investigate the requirements to belong. The Better Business Bureau in your area is a resource you should use when evaluating a prospective jeweler. You will want to deal with a store that has a well trained staff to include gemological education.

When buying diamonds, pearls, rubies or antique jewelry silver on the Internet, look for a BBB Reliability seal to indicate membership in the BBB. 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. Pick up the phone and speak with a representative of the web based site to reconfirm purchase details. In addition to the phone conversation, get everything in writing. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or antique jewelry silver is one lucky person!