We all purchase jewelry for the same reason, emotion. Jewelry invokes a passion or fuzzy feeling for the purchaser and the one receiving the gift.
But its important to learn how to buy jewelry before going off to the store. There are several things that can be crucial in what kind of Jewelry you end up with and most importantly what you get for your money.
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It is an important decision to buy a piece of Jewelry, one that should not be made lightly or without knowledge. Learn what you can, this will help you in your purchase making the buying process go more smoothly and to your advantage.
ASK THE JEWELER
This page is just an brief overview, there is alot more to know. So, if you have a specific question that wasn't covered just ask and we will answer to the best of our knowledge. leave the question as a comment.
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Discounts!...More Bang for your Buck!!
Jewelers want to help you, they want you to buy from them. Most are very friendly and are naturally upbeat. When buying expensive Jewelry remember that most can discount, to what extent, if at all, is the question. Courtesy goes a long way, when going into the buying process you need to know about diamonds, but never ever go into a jewelry store thinking you know more than the jeweler, no matter how much reading you have it can not compare to years of knowledge and experience, let them explain to you any details you are not clear about. But if you feel they are just trying to push a sale rather than help you find what you really want THEN TURN THE OTHER WAY AND RUN. Their first priortiy should be helping you and fulfill your needs, not just try to upsale you, if you know you only want this but they keep pushing that, then you should probably find a new Jeweler.
Not all items are eligible for discounts so dont expect it for everything, if you are buying a $200 item asking for another discount is insulting to a certain point. remember that jewelry has value and it is not for everyone if you can only afford a $100 piece then it is better that you do not buy jewelry at all.
First off, find what you like, dont look at price so much, after you find what you like THEN talk about price. If you are buying at a large retailer then remember that to the jeweler time is money, dont waste their time, because in the end you will not get as big a discount as you want, if you get one at all. After you find something you really like and want to purchase ask if there are any specials at the moment, if they respond No then explain to them that you are very interested in buying the piece but it is a little more than you have to spend, if they do not respond with an offer then make one, if an item is $3000 then ask them if they could sell it for $2400. usually the starting point for negotiations is around 20% so dont low ball them but dont let them sell you something for more than its worth.
Buying on impulse is not good, but not buying because of slight doubt can be worse. you may loose the piece that you know in your heart you plan on buying. jewelry can go fast and it can take weeks to get in another piece if it can be ordered at all. So if you find something you know you will buy do not put it off, because if you put it off another week it may be gone or the discounts are not good for another day. One trick of the trade is to talk about price the day you buy, Jewelers are MUCH more likely to discount something if you say you are buying then and there, and the discounts are usually only good for that day, not a week from then. this piece of advise can save you alot of money.
HAPPY BUYING!!
Not all items are eligible for discounts so dont expect it for everything, if you are buying a $200 item asking for another discount is insulting to a certain point. remember that jewelry has value and it is not for everyone if you can only afford a $100 piece then it is better that you do not buy jewelry at all.
First off, find what you like, dont look at price so much, after you find what you like THEN talk about price. If you are buying at a large retailer then remember that to the jeweler time is money, dont waste their time, because in the end you will not get as big a discount as you want, if you get one at all. After you find something you really like and want to purchase ask if there are any specials at the moment, if they respond No then explain to them that you are very interested in buying the piece but it is a little more than you have to spend, if they do not respond with an offer then make one, if an item is $3000 then ask them if they could sell it for $2400. usually the starting point for negotiations is around 20% so dont low ball them but dont let them sell you something for more than its worth.
Buying on impulse is not good, but not buying because of slight doubt can be worse. you may loose the piece that you know in your heart you plan on buying. jewelry can go fast and it can take weeks to get in another piece if it can be ordered at all. So if you find something you know you will buy do not put it off, because if you put it off another week it may be gone or the discounts are not good for another day. One trick of the trade is to talk about price the day you buy, Jewelers are MUCH more likely to discount something if you say you are buying then and there, and the discounts are usually only good for that day, not a week from then. this piece of advise can save you alot of money.
HAPPY BUYING!!
Nothing can beat custom built!
I have been asked this many times, "what is the difference between the retail chains and the mom and pop stores" well there is a difference and choosing between the two depends on your needs. Jewelry at the chains are mass produced, which means most of the peices where put together by a machine and formed in mass templates. If you work with a private Jeweler most likely the peice you select was either hand made or detailed carefully by a Jeweler. also many chains do not have a jeweler in the back, the private jewelers do. which means if you need a ring sized in 2 days the chain retailer probably cant do it, but the private can usually do it then and in front of you.
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Choose the right diamond for you!
Diamond simulates and synthetics
In recent years the market for Diamond simulates and synthetics has become a popular option. but remember that nothing outshines a diamond. synthetics and simulates only devalue the most valuable of all natural elements. The diamond industry suffers from the purchase of these fake diamonds, and the prices reflect this. If you cannot purchase a big diamond engagement ring then do not resort to fakes. buy within your budget by compromising on size. Moissanite is overpriced and looks doubled under a loupe its easy to spot for the trained eye, CZ is only glorified glass and Grossly overpriced and will never measure up to the diamonds brilliance and toughness. Buying these fakes are cheap and look even cheaper. Do not be fooled into buying these it is much better to spend that money on a smaller diamond than to waste it on a fake.
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