Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or blue fossil man 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. a. Ask about the store (or online) refund and return policy. b. Review any guarantees or warranties that come with the purchase. Get a sales receipt and, in writing, all the pertinent facts related to the item you are buying.

Finding a jeweler that you can trust is of utmost importance. Regardless of whether you are buying a pendant, watch, necklace or blue fossil man watch. Get to the bottom of the store's reputation by asking those that have purchased from the store. A good indicator of the store's reliability is if they are well respected in your city. Find out what organizations the jeweler belongs to and their membership requirements. Obtain a report on the business from the Better Business Bureau. Dealing with knowledgeable staff is a must. See if they have a gemological background.

When buying diamonds, pearls, rubies or blue fossil man 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. If you are shopping online, get the websites location and talk with someone to clarify all aspects of the purchase. In addition, be sure that you document all conversation and details of the transaction. With all that accomplished, wear that jewelry or blue fossil man watch as often as possible.