We suggest that before you lay out your money for that antique locket 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. Match up the quality, customer service and price of competing offers. 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 antique locket. Get to the bottom of the store's reputation by asking those that have purchased from the store. A store's 'standing' in your community is an important factor to consider prior to making a purchase. Professional trade organizations set 'standards'. Determine if your jeweler is a member of any such organizations. 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.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or antique locket online, before you do so, see if the site posts a Better Business Bureau Reliability seal on their site. 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. If you are shopping online, get the websites location and talk with someone to clarify all aspects of the purchase. Further to the telephone call, be sure that the purchase is well documented including all representations. Lastly, wear that jewelry or antique locket often and enjoy it.