Before you make any jewelry purchase you should educate yourself about the special features of the diamond solitaire earring or other item (e.g. pearls, watch, gems, gold, platinum, etc.) you are considering purchasing. Compare price, service and quality. d. Be sure you understand and can live with the store (or websites) exchange and return policies. e. Any purchase you make you will want to be sure comes with a warranty and/or guarantee - be sure you understand its terms. If you are purchasing precious gems, obtain a gemological report and also get in writing any information you relied upon in your purchase.

So, how does one find a jeweler that is trust worthy. Whether you are buying diamonds, rubies, a watch of diamond solitaire earring, investigate the store's reputation. A store's 'standing' in your community is an important factor to consider prior to making a purchase. If the jewelry store is a member of any trade organizations, determine what they are and investigate the requirements to belong. Obtain as much information as you can about the store you are entertaining using from the Better Business Bureau. Determine if the store's sale people have any gemological and appraisal education.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or diamond solitaire earring 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. Talking with a representative of the web store is always a good idea so that you have some personal contact. That having been said, getting everything represented in writing is very important. With all that accomplished, wear that jewelry or diamond solitaire earring as often as possible.