Before you make any jewelry purchase you should educate yourself about the special features of the cameo pendant or other item (e.g. pearls, watch, gems, gold, platinum, etc.) you are considering purchasing. Compare price, service and quality. 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. 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 cameo pendant. 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. Determine what professional trade groups your jeweler belongs and what the requirements are of membership. 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.

A good indicator of a reliable site for getting that string of pearls, or bracelet or cameo pendant, is the BBB seal of reliability. Obtain all details related to your purchase in writing including their exchange and refund policies. Talking with a representative of the web store is always a good idea so that you have some personal contact. That having been said, getting everything represented in writing is very important. Finally, you and/or your loved one should enjoy and cherish that new jewelry or cameo pendant purchase.