With great prices and a huge selection, the internet has provided many shoppers with a better way to purchase the jewelry they crave. However, those who have never done so may be at a loss as to how to go about leaving the familiar setting of a brick-and-mortar location in order to join the online shopping revolution. So if you’re looking at buying some jewelry via the worldwide web, but you’re not quite sure of the protocol (if any), here are a few hints to help you click the “buy” button and get the dazzling accessories you desire.
1. Get referrals. The first trick, like any type of shopping, is to ask for referrals. You likely have friends or family members who have purchased jewelry online, probably with a full slate of both horror stories and hallelujah moments. The women you trust won’t steer you wrong, so let their experience guide you in your quest for affordable jewelry from dependable online retailers.
2. Refine your search. You don’t want to make your search too broad, say for “jewelry”, or you could end up sifting through a lot of junk that has nothing to do with what you’re looking for. Over time, you will likely find dealers or even designers that you prefer, but when you’re just starting out, at least think about what type of jewelry you want (modern or traditional, diamond or gemstone, etc.) so as not to become overwhelmed with choices.
3. Shop around. Just because you find a great price at the first online retailer you visit doesn’t mean you should jump on it. Take the time to look at competing sites and consider not only price, but also the reputation of the dealer (read customer reviews) to determine if they’re the right vendor to do business with.
4. Learn about jewelry. Some websites have the forward-thinking attitude to offer education to their customers, so take advantage of it! While you can always email or call with questions, shopping online means that you have to garner at least a modicum of knowledge about what you’re buying so that you don’t end up with something you really don’t want.
5. Seek certification and money-back guarantees. Jewelry dealers who are on the up-and-up will offer certification papers with their jewelry (to authenticate your purchase) as well as a money-back grace period (generally 30 days) that allows you time to get an independent appraisal and return anything that doesn’t meet your standards, for a full refund.
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Before deciding on buying jewelry online make sure that you have already conducted a research and had asked for some referrals so that you are ensured that they are reputable. Widen your knowledge so that you will be able to buy a real one. This would give you an idea on how much to expect in case you do decide to purchase a nice piece of jewelry via the Internet.
Thanks for the tip to ask about certification papers with the jewelry we purchase so we can be confident that it’s authenticated. I have a little extra money this month and was thinking about treating myself by buying some nice jewelry online. I’m glad I read your article because keeping your advice in mind will help me feel confident as I start looking at jewelry online.
I just recently found your blog and thank you for the top tips for buying the perfect diamond jewelry. These tips are very useful for future buying trends also. Nice post.