| u are looking to purchase jewellery for the first time, | | | | might help you decide whether to consider dealing with |
| then you should have no problem looking for a | | | | a particular jeweller or not. |
| jewellery store. It is very easy to spot jewellery stores | | | | 3. Visit different jewellery shops. |
| nowadays since they can be found pretty much in any | | | | Take the time to visit different shops and see if they |
| neighbourhood. They can even be found at the mall. | | | | treat you well. Are the jewellers impolite or rude to |
| However, how do you know if you are dealing with | | | | you? Check to see if a store looks tasteful, is |
| quality jewellers? Jewellery can be very expensive, | | | | maintained well, and has staff that is polite and |
| and it is important that you deal with someone that you | | | | knowledgeable. These signs show that you are more |
| can trust. Here are some things you should take into | | | | likely to get quality service from them in the long run. |
| consideration: | | | | A good jeweller acts more like a consultant rather |
| 1. Word of mouth | | | | than a sales person. Inquire about various pieces. He or |
| Ask people you know and trust if they deal with a | | | | she should be able to patiently answer any questions |
| specific jeweller. Perhaps your mother has been going | | | | that you may have. |
| to the same jeweller for the past decade. | | | | 4. Look for jewellers with credentials. |
| There’s nothing better than getting | | | | Professional jewellers have had training and have |
| recommendations from trusted friends, co-workers | | | | ample knowledge to help you make an informed |
| and family members. Tell a jeweller if he or she was | | | | decision. Try to find out if a jeweller has the proper |
| highly recommended by someone you know. It is likely | | | | credentials, such as if he or she is accredited or is a |
| that the jeweller will treat you especially well in order to | | | | graduate gemologist. |
| meet your expectations. | | | | 5. Inquire about the services offered. |
| Similarly, make sure to ask around and see if anyone | | | | Jewellers offer different services. Inquire if the shop |
| you know has had bad experiences with certain | | | | offers services such as repairs or maintenance and |
| jewellers in the past. This way, you will know which | | | | cleaning. Do they conduct these services at the store |
| stores to avoid entirely. | | | | or do they need to send your jewellery elsewhere? |
| 2. Research on the Internet. | | | | Also check on their return policies and see if their |
| Nowadays, the Internet makes it extremely easy to | | | | items have warranties. |
| research on pretty much anything. Take the time to | | | | Finding someone to properly care for your prized |
| read reviews on a particular jewellery shop to see if | | | | pieces is an important process. Choose a jeweller that |
| previous clients were satisfied with that store’s | | | | you feel you can trust. Remember not to rush your |
| services. Some people may have posted negative | | | | decision until you are confident that you have done |
| comments about a certain store regarding bad service | | | | your research well. |
| or very high prices. Reviews from previous customers | | | | |