We suggest that before you lay out your money for that dead movie ringer 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. Match up the quality, customer service and price of competing offers. a. Ask about the store (or online) refund and return policy. e. Any purchase you make you will want to be sure comes with a warranty and/or guarantee - be sure you understand its terms. 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.

Finding a jeweler that you can trust is of utmost importance. Regardless of whether you are buying a pendant, watch, necklace or dead movie ringer. 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. Determine what professional trade groups your jeweler belongs and what the requirements are of membership. Obtain a report on the business from the Better Business Bureau. Look for a jeweler with a gemological and appraisal education and certificate.

A good indicator of a reliable site for getting that string of pearls, or bracelet or dead movie ringer, is the BBB seal of reliability. Prior to purchasing, get all details about your purchase in writing. Pick up the phone and speak with a representative of the web based site to reconfirm purchase details. That having been said, getting everything represented in writing is very important. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or dead movie ringer is one lucky person!