Prior to making your purchase for the diamond mine public or watch or bracelet or whatever, make sure that you research all relevant features. Match up the quality, customer service and price of competing offers. f. Specifically inquire about the return and refund policies. a. Carefully read all warranties and guarantees and ask questions if the terms are unclear. Obtain a written sales receipt and, in writing, any information you relied upon in your purchase.

We can't think of another purchase category beyond jewelry where the reputation and honesty of the seller is more important. Do all you can to investigate the business practices of the jeweler whether you are buying precious stones, gold, platinum or diamond mine public. We suggest that you look into the store's standing in your town. Determine what professional trade groups your jeweler belongs and what the requirements are of membership. Don't forget to look into the background of your jeweler through the BBB - they are an excellent resource. Determine if the store's sale people have any gemological and appraisal education.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or diamond mine public online, before you do so, see if the site posts a Better Business Bureau Reliability seal on their site. 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 to the phone conversation, get everything in writing. With all that accomplished, wear that jewelry or diamond mine public as often as possible.