Don't 'pull the trigger' on purchasing earring gem silver stone or watch or bracelet or any jewelry until you learn all you can about it so that you are a smart consumer. Be sure that you comparison shop for quality, price and customer service. e. The return and exchange policy are your protections so be sure to inquire and understand. 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.

Finding a jeweler that you can trust is of utmost importance. Regardless of whether you are buying a pendant, watch, necklace or earring gem silver stone. 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. Find out what organizations the jeweler belongs to and their membership requirements. 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.

A good indicator of a reliable site for getting that string of pearls, or bracelet or earring gem silver stone, is the BBB seal of reliability. Get all the product details in writing (for example by email) including refund policy. A conversation with a sales person from the online store as you want to 'get personal' as if you had visited a 'bricks and mortar' store. Even though you have had a conversation, make sure that all aspects of the purchase are well documented in writing. As a closing comment, the recipient of your jewelry or earring gem silver stone is one lucky person!