Prior to making your purchase for the birthstone family pendant or watch or bracelet or whatever, make sure that you research all relevant features. At search site or store, investigate their pricing, service and the quality of what they are offering. 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.

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 birthstone family pendant. Look into the 'buzz' about the company that you are contemplating making your purchase. Professional trade organizations set 'standards'. Determine if your jeweler is a member of any such organizations. Get a BBB report on your jewelry store prior to making any purchase. Look for a jeweler with a gemological and appraisal education and certificate.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or birthstone family pendant 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. Call the online store and get confirmation as to the particulars of the purchase. In addition, be sure that you document all conversation and details of the transaction. Lastly, wear that jewelry or birthstone family pendant often and enjoy it.