Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or emerald earring, 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. a. Ask about the store (or online) refund and return policy. e. Any purchase you make you will want to be sure comes with a warranty and/or guarantee - be sure you understand its terms. Get a sales receipt and, in writing, all the pertinent facts related to the item you are buying.

So, how does one find a jeweler that is trust worthy. Whether you are buying diamonds, rubies, a watch of emerald earring, investigate the store's reputation. Be sure the store has a long-standing, solid reputation in the community. If the jewelry store is a member of any trade organizations, determine what they are and investigate the requirements to belong. Don't forget to look into the background of your jeweler through the BBB - they are an excellent resource. You ant your jeweler to have a gemological and appraisal certificate.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or emerald earring online, before you do so, see if the site posts a Better Business Bureau Reliability seal on their site. Document the details related to your purchase for future use, if necessary. If you are shopping online, get the websites location and talk with someone to clarify all aspects of the purchase. That having been said, getting everything represented in writing is very important. Last thought - enjoy your beautiful emerald earring purchase.