Diamond Buying Tips

Buying a diamond is one of the most importantwill not write anything down and will just nod his
purchases that you will make in your life, whetheror her head saying, don't worry, everything is
it is an engagement ring, wedding ring, loosegood.
diamond or jewelry for a loved one it isIf you want to find a reputable diamond dealer
extremely important to put lots of thought intocontact organizations such as the Better Business
your purchase. Here are some tips on buyingBureau to see if a retailer has had complaints in
diamonds that will make sure you find thethe past, there are also diamond organizations
diamond that you want at a fair price.that can point you in the right direction such as
It is important to educate yourself on diamondsGIA (Gemological Institute of America) and
before ever stepping into a retail store. LearningAmerican Gem Trade Association.
about diamonds is the biggest advantage that youOnce you find a good retailer and choose a stone,
can have in the buying process. Not only will beingbefore purchasing it, ask to get it appraised by an
educated about diamonds help you get a fair priceindependent appraiser. If the retailer says
and understand if the diamond is a good value,absolutely not, walk away from the sale. One of
but knowing about diamonds will help you choosethe strongest advantages that you have is having
a diamond more to your liking.the stone independently appraised. A good retailer
Start off learning the basics including the 5 C'swill give you the stone for it to be appraised by
which are carat, cut, color, clarity, and cost. Theseanyone you would like. You can have it appraised
are truly the main foundation of good diamondto see if the clarity, carat and color match what
knowledge. Since most consumers already knowthe retailer stated, and also to find out if there
about the 5C's which are usually coveredare any treatments such as fracture filling or color
extensively, here are some tips on learning abouttreatments that would decrease the value of the
the actual buying process in a retail or wholesalestone. It is important for you as a consumer to
diamond environment.exercise your preference to have the stone
As in any industry, there are good establishmentsindependently appraised. Some retailers will
and bad establishments. While at the retail leveldemand that you have it appraised by a certain
fraud is rare, you might find people that are willingappraiser. This should not be acceptable; you
to take advantage of a situation. A good retailershould be able to bring it to any appraiser that
will try to help you find the diamond that is rightyou would like.
for you. A good retailer will also take their timeNot only will an appraiser help you determine the
with you and ask you lots of questions.quality of the stone, but will usually give you a
Be aware of retailers that will immediately try todollar value for the stone. Some appraisers will
up-sell you on a diamond. They might not begive you both a retail and wholesale value for the
interested in what you would like andstone (Retail prices are usually higher than the
automatically try to persuade you that a specificwholesale cost). Armed with this information will
diamond is the diamond that you should look for.help you determine if you are getting a good deal
Beware of these types of retailers; they may beon the stone or paying top dollar. This information
trying to get rid of hard to sell diamonds due towill help you if you need to negotiate a fair price
quality issues. A good retailer will also help educatewith the retailer.
you on what is a good diamond and the variousBuying a diamond is one of the most important
traits of a diamond that are beneficial or decreasedecisions in your life, so make sure you put lots
its value.of thought into the purchase and protect yourself
When buying a diamond from a retailer it is alsousing your diamond knowledge, independent
important that they disclose everything about theappraisal and consumer organizations. Purchase
diamond, that they tell you what is guaranteedyour diamond the right way and you and your
and what services are included. A shady retailerloved one will enjoy the diamond for many years
will usually give you as little information as possible,to come.