Before 'pulling the trigger' on that jewelry buy, be sure you learn all you can about the bearer dressing ring or whatever you are purchasing be it gold, silver, platinum or just gemstones. Compare price, service and quality. a. Ask about the store (or online) refund and return policy. a. Carefully read all warranties and guarantees and ask questions if the terms are unclear. If you are purchasing precious gems, obtain a gemological report and also get in writing any information you relied upon in your purchase.

You may be asking yourself how you find a reputable jeweler. Here are some thoughts whether you are looking to purchase a watch, necklace, bracelet, pendent or looking for bearer dressing ring. Check the store's reputation by questioning friends, relatives or coworkers who have shopped there. Be sure the store has a long-standing, solid reputation in the community. Professional trade organizations set 'standards'. Determine if your jeweler is a member of any such organizations. The Better Business Bureau in your area is a resource you should use when evaluating a prospective jeweler. Determine if the store's sale people have any gemological and appraisal education.

Whether you want to purchase a watch, earrings, string of pearls or bearer dressing ring online, look for the Better Business Bureau Reliability Seal. Obtain all details related to your purchase in writing including their exchange and refund policies. A conversation with a sales person from the online store as you want to 'get personal' as if you had visited a 'bricks and mortar' store. Having written that, paperwork trail is extremely important when making an online jewelry purchase. Finally, you and/or your loved one should enjoy and cherish that new jewelry or bearer dressing ring purchase.