| The two major issues with online shopping for | | | | online and the basics are pretty easy to pick up. |
| diamonds is that most people are wary of buying | | | | With this knowledge you will know exactly what |
| something expensive they cannot physically | | | | to expect once you decipher the grading report |
| examine and have doubts on money back | | | | of the diamond. |
| guarantees. These issues are easily solved when | | | | Tip #3: Always look for grading report |
| you learn how to buy a diamond ring online. | | | | Look for grading report of the diamond by |
| Online vendors price their diamonds at very | | | | established bodies such as Gemological Institute of |
| competitive prices and the selection available for | | | | America (GIA) or American Gemological Society |
| you is so much greater than what your local | | | | (AGS). These reports authenticate the value and |
| jeweler will have in their entire stock. You will also | | | | quality of the diamond you purchase. |
| find unique and rare designs or diamonds on the | | | | Tip #4: Get appraisal and check for a return |
| internet that you would not at your local mall or | | | | policy |
| jewelry store. | | | | Always get your diamond ring appraised by an |
| Online shopping also gives you the chance to shop | | | | Independent Appraiser to ascertain you are |
| discreetly at the comfort of your home and | | | | getting exactly what you paid for. Most reputable |
| surprise your partner. Overall shopping online for | | | | vendors offer a 30 day return policy for any |
| diamond rings is becoming more common and | | | | purchases made and will refund you money if you |
| many vendors have established themselves as | | | | do not like your diamond ring. |
| reputable and trustworthy over the years. | | | | Tip #5: Look for conflict free diamonds |
| If you are uncertain on how to buy a diamond | | | | Most reputable vendor will have a policy that |
| ring online, here are a few tips to help you go | | | | declares their diamonds are sourced from |
| about it like an expert. | | | | suppliers that adherers to the Kimberly Process |
| Tip #1: Check the for accreditation | | | | and/or the System of Warranties. Look for these |
| There are online organizations such as the Better | | | | assurances while shopping online. |
| Business Bureau (BBB) which ensures that online | | | | Tip #6: Payment options |
| businesses vendors follow ethical and honest | | | | Majority of vendors offer alternative payment |
| business practices. Always check if the vendor | | | | methods to using a credit card. To be safe credit |
| you are interested in has accreditation and also | | | | cards are recommended. However certain |
| check for customer complaints against them. To | | | | payment options do attract discounts for example |
| ensure better security look for VeriSign, TRUSTe | | | | Bank Wire. Therefore before you buy always |
| etc logos on the site. | | | | check the options and inquire about discounts. |
| Tip #2: Learn how diamonds are graded. | | | | Theses tips should resolve your issues on how to |
| If you are going to buy online you will only see a | | | | buy a diamond ring online. The benefits are of |
| picture of what you are going to buy therefore it | | | | course convenience, simplicity, safety, taxation |
| is even more important that you learn the 4Cs | | | | free in many cases and also most vendors do not |
| and few other categories on how diamonds are | | | | charge for shipping as well therefore great value. |
| graded. There is plenty of information about these | | | | |