We suggest that before you lay out your money for that club diamond strip or other jewelry (e.g. watch, diamonds, pearls), you learn all you can about it so assure yourself that you are getting what you are paying to get. Compare price, service and quality. 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. Ask for a gemological report for any purchase related to precious gems and a sales receipt.

Investigate the 'store' from whom you are making a purchase. Whether it's a brooch, pendant, necklace or club diamond strip, understand the stores reputation by checking with others that have made purchases including friends or relatives. 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. 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.

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 club diamond strip. Get all the product details in writing (for example by email) including refund policy. 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 club diamond strip is one lucky person!