Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or awareness bracelet breast cancer, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Shop all aspects related to your purchase: the price; the quality and the service you get after the purchase. a. Ask about the store (or online) refund and return policy. 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.

So, how does one find a jeweler that is trust worthy. Whether you are buying diamonds, rubies, a watch of awareness bracelet breast cancer, investigate the store's reputation. Check out the store's reputation in your area. Professional trade organizations set 'standards'. Determine if your jeweler is a member of any such organizations. Obtain a report on the business from the Better Business Bureau. Determine if the store's sale people have any gemological and appraisal education.

The BBB Reliability seal is a good indicator of the online store's compliance with good business practices and a seal you should look for when buying diamonds, watches, pearls or awareness bracelet breast cancer. 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. Talking with a representative of the web store is always a good idea so that you have some personal contact. 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 awareness bracelet breast cancer is one lucky person!