Before you make any jewelry purchase you should educate yourself about the special features of the cut diamond earring or other item (e.g. pearls, watch, gems, gold, platinum, etc.) you are considering purchasing. Shop all aspects related to your purchase: the price; the quality and the service you get after the purchase. e. The return and exchange policy are your protections so be sure to inquire and understand. c. Ask about the seller's guarantee and/or warranty on the item being bought. Get a sales receipt and, in writing, all the pertinent facts related to the item you are buying.

Finding a jeweler that you can trust is of utmost importance. Regardless of whether you are buying a pendant, watch, necklace or cut diamond earring. Get to the bottom of the store's reputation by asking those that have purchased from the store. A good indicator of the store's reliability is if they are well respected in your city. 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 cut diamond earring. Prior to purchasing, get all details about your purchase in writing. A conversation with a sales person from the online store as you want to 'get personal' as if you had visited a 'bricks and mortar' store. Even though you have had a conversation, make sure that all aspects of the purchase are well documented in writing. Finally, you and/or your loved one should enjoy and cherish that new jewelry or cut diamond earring purchase.