Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or bronze freshwater pearl, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Shop all aspects related to your purchase: the price; the quality and the service you get after the purchase. f. Specifically inquire about the return and refund policies. f. Don't buy without getting a warranty or guarantee with the item being purchased. Obtain a written sales receipt and, in writing, any information you relied upon in your purchase.

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 bronze freshwater pearl. Check out the store's reputation in your area. 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. You ant your jeweler to have a gemological and appraisal certificate.

When buying diamonds, pearls, rubies or bronze freshwater pearl on the Internet, look for a BBB Reliability seal to indicate membership in the BBB. Get all the product details in writing (for example by email) including refund policy. Call the online store and get confirmation as to the particulars of the purchase. Even though you have had a conversation, make sure that all aspects of the purchase are well documented in writing. Closing remark - your recipient of bronze freshwater pearl is one lucky person!