Before 'pulling the trigger' on that jewelry buy, be sure you learn all you can about the cartilage piercing earring or whatever you are purchasing be it gold, silver, platinum or just gemstones. Be sure that you comparison shop for quality, price and customer service. c. Inquire about how you would get a refund or return the item if dissatisfied. a. Carefully read all warranties and guarantees and ask questions if the terms are unclear. Always get everything you relied upon related to the purchase in writing (e.g. sales receipt; gemological report; purchase details).

Investigate the 'store' from whom you are making a purchase. Whether it's a brooch, pendant, necklace or cartilage piercing earring, understand the stores reputation by checking with others that have made purchases including friends or relatives. A good indicator of the store's reliability is if they are well respected in your city. Professional trade organizations set 'standards'. Determine if your jeweler is a member of any such organizations. Get a BBB report on your jewelry store prior to making any purchase. You ant your jeweler to have a gemological and appraisal certificate.

When buying diamonds, pearls, rubies or cartilage piercing earring on the Internet, look for a BBB Reliability seal to indicate membership in the BBB. Document the details related to your purchase for future use, if necessary. If you are shopping online, get the websites location and talk with someone to clarify all aspects of the purchase. In addition, be sure that you document all conversation and details of the transaction. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or cartilage piercing earring is one lucky person!