Don't 'pull the trigger' on purchasing bronze medallion or watch or bracelet or any jewelry until you learn all you can about it so that you are a smart consumer. Be sure that you comparison shop for quality, price and customer service. 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. 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 bronze medallion. 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. Don't forget to look into the background of your jeweler through the BBB - they are an excellent resource. Look for a jeweler with a gemological and appraisal education and certificate.

Whether you want to purchase a watch, earrings, string of pearls or bronze medallion online, look for the Better Business Bureau Reliability Seal. 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. 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. Further to the telephone call, be sure that the purchase is well documented including all representations. Finally, you and/or your loved one should enjoy and cherish that new jewelry or bronze medallion purchase.