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