Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or designer fine handmade jewelry, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. At search site or store, investigate their pricing, service and the quality of what they are offering. 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.

You may be asking yourself how you find a reputable jeweler. Here are some thoughts whether you are looking to purchase a watch, necklace, bracelet, pendent or looking for designer fine handmade jewelry. Check the store's reputation by questioning friends, relatives or coworkers who have shopped there. A good indicator of the store's reliability is if they are well respected in your city. See if they belong to any trade organizations which usually require strict adherence to good business practices before accepting a store for membership. Obtain as much information as you can about the store you are entertaining using from the Better Business Bureau. Look for a jeweler with a gemological and appraisal education and certificate.

When buying diamonds, pearls, rubies or designer fine handmade jewelry on the Internet, look for a BBB Reliability seal to indicate membership in the BBB. Get all the product details in writing (for example by email) including refund policy. Pick up the phone and speak with a representative of the web based site to reconfirm purchase details. In addition, be sure that you document all conversation and details of the transaction. With all that accomplished, wear that jewelry or designer fine handmade jewelry as often as possible.