Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or cushion cut diamond ring, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Compare price, service and quality. d. Be sure you understand and can live with the store (or websites) exchange and return policies. b. Review any guarantees or warranties that come with the purchase. Always get everything you relied upon related to the purchase in writing (e.g. sales receipt; gemological report; purchase details).

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 cushion cut diamond ring. A store's 'standing' in your community is an important factor to consider prior to making a purchase. Professional trade organizations set 'standards'. Determine if your jeweler is a member of any such organizations. Don't forget to look into the background of your jeweler through the BBB - they are an excellent resource. You will want to deal with a store that has a well trained staff to include gemological education.

A good indicator of a reliable site for getting that string of pearls, or bracelet or cushion cut diamond ring, is the BBB seal of reliability. 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. 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 cushion cut diamond ring purchase.