Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or cameo jewelry vintage, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Compare price, service and quality. c. Inquire about how you would get a refund or return the item if dissatisfied. c. Ask about the seller's guarantee and/or warranty on the item being bought. Ask for a gemological report for any purchase related to precious gems and a sales receipt.

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 cameo jewelry vintage. A good indicator of the store's reliability is if they are well respected in your city. See if they belong to any trade organizations which usually require strict adherence to good business practices before accepting a store for membership. Obtain as much information as you can about the store you are entertaining using from the Better Business Bureau. You will want to deal with a store that has a well trained staff to include gemological education.

Whether you want to purchase a watch, earrings, string of pearls or cameo jewelry vintage 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. Determine where they are geographically and call to speak with a person to confirm details or get clarification. Further to the telephone call, be sure that the purchase is well documented including all representations. Lastly, wear that jewelry or cameo jewelry vintage often and enjoy it.