Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or blade diamond, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Compare price, service and quality. a. Ask about the store (or online) refund and return policy. f. Don't buy without getting a warranty or guarantee with the item being purchased. Always get everything you relied upon related to the purchase in writing (e.g. sales receipt; gemological report; purchase details).

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 blade diamond. 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. Find out what organizations the jeweler belongs to and their membership requirements. The BBB is an excellent source of investigation on a business. Look for a jeweler with a gemological and appraisal education and certificate.

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 blade diamond. Obtain all details related to your purchase in writing including their exchange and refund policies. Call the online store and get confirmation as to the particulars of the purchase. Further to the telephone call, be sure that the purchase is well documented including all representations. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or blade diamond is one lucky person!