Before you make any jewelry purchase you should educate yourself about the special features of the brooch cameo or other item (e.g. pearls, watch, gems, gold, platinum, etc.) you are considering purchasing. Match up the quality, customer service and price of competing offers. d. Be sure you understand and can live with the store (or websites) exchange and return policies. c. Ask about the seller's guarantee and/or warranty on the item being bought. Always get everything you relied upon related to the purchase in writing (e.g. sales receipt; gemological report; purchase details).

The saying goes 'if you don't know your jewels, know your jeweler'. Well, checking on the reputation of the sale that you making is of paramount importance when buying diamonds, pearls, watches or brooch cameo. Check out the store's reputation in your area. See if they belong to any trade organizations which usually require strict adherence to good business practices before accepting a store for membership. The Better Business Bureau in your area is a resource you should use when evaluating a prospective jeweler. Dealing with knowledgeable staff is a must. See if they have a gemological background.

A good indicator of a reliable site for getting that string of pearls, or bracelet or brooch cameo, is the BBB seal of reliability. Obtain all details related to your purchase in writing including their exchange and refund policies. Pick up the phone and speak with a representative of the web based site to reconfirm purchase details. In addition, be sure that you document all conversation and details of the transaction. Closing remark - your recipient of brooch cameo is one lucky person!