Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or chronograph heuer tag watch, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Be sure that you comparison shop for quality, price and customer service. d. Be sure you understand and can live with the store (or websites) exchange and return policies. f. Don't buy without getting a warranty or guarantee with the item being purchased. Be sure to get, in writing, on the sales receipt, any information you relied on when making your purchase, such as the gem's weight or size. Some jewelers will supply a grading report from a gemological laboratory.

We can't think of another purchase category beyond jewelry where the reputation and honesty of the seller is more important. Do all you can to investigate the business practices of the jeweler whether you are buying precious stones, gold, platinum or chronograph heuer tag watch. Look into the 'buzz' about the company that you are contemplating making your purchase. You want to find out if the jeweler is a member of any industry organizations and what requirements are necessary to be a member. Get a BBB report on your jewelry store prior to making any purchase. Look for a jeweler with a gemological and appraisal education and certificate.

The BBB Reliability seal is a good indicator of the online store's compliance with good business practices and a seal you should look for when buying diamonds, watches, pearls or chronograph heuer tag watch. Always get the particulars related to your purchase documented in case there is a dispute. Call the online store and get confirmation as to the particulars of the purchase. In addition to the phone conversation, get everything in writing. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or chronograph heuer tag watch is one lucky person!