Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or design your own wedding rings, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Match up the quality, customer service and price of competing offers. 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. 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.

So, how does one find a jeweler that is trust worthy. Whether you are buying diamonds, rubies, a watch of design your own wedding rings, investigate the store's reputation. Look into the 'buzz' about the company that you are contemplating making your purchase. Professional trade organizations set 'standards'. Determine if your jeweler is a member of any such organizations. Get a BBB report on your jewelry store prior to making any purchase. Dealing with knowledgeable staff is a must. See if they have a gemological background.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or design your own wedding rings online, before you do so, see if the site posts a Better Business Bureau Reliability seal on their site. Obtain all details related to your purchase in writing including their exchange and refund policies. Determine where they are geographically and call to speak with a person to confirm details or get clarification. 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 design your own wedding rings often and enjoy it.