Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or claddagh wedding ring set, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Match up the quality, customer service and price of competing offers. a. Ask about the store (or online) refund and return policy. c. Ask about the seller's guarantee and/or warranty on the item being bought. 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.

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 claddagh wedding ring set. Be sure the store has a long-standing, solid reputation in the community. Find out what organizations the jeweler belongs to and their membership requirements. The BBB is an excellent source of investigation on a business. You will want to deal with a store that has a well trained staff to include gemological education.

For online stores, look for their Better Business Bureau Reliability seal whether you are regardless whether you are buying a bracelet, a string of pearls, a watch or claddagh wedding ring set. Document the details related to your purchase for future use, if necessary. Talking with a representative of the web store is always a good idea so that you have some personal contact. Even though you have had a conversation, make sure that all aspects of the purchase are well documented in writing. Lastly, wear that jewelry or claddagh wedding ring set often and enjoy it.