Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or band expansion watch, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Make sure you check out not only the price of the item relative to the quality but also the customer service you will receive after the purchase. b. Get all the details about the online or store return policy and their refund policy. b. Review any guarantees or warranties that come with the purchase. Always get everything you relied upon related to the purchase in writing (e.g. sales receipt; gemological report; purchase details).

Investigate the 'store' from whom you are making a purchase. Whether it's a brooch, pendant, necklace or band expansion watch, understand the stores reputation by checking with others that have made purchases including friends or relatives. Be sure the store has a long-standing, solid reputation in the community. 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. Dealing with knowledgeable staff is a must. See if they have a gemological background.

When buying diamonds, pearls, rubies or band expansion watch on the Internet, look for a BBB Reliability seal to indicate membership in the BBB. Prior to purchasing, get all details about your purchase in writing. Talking with a representative of the web store is always a good idea so that you have some personal contact. Having written that, paperwork trail is extremely important when making an online jewelry purchase. Closing remark - your recipient of band expansion watch is one lucky person!