FAQs:

Q: How do I know that I am getting what I pay for?
A: The key is to shop with a reputable jeweler.  Find a jeweler that is a member of a trade association, such as Jewelers of America.  To find reputable jeweler near you, click here.

Q: What are the best occasions to give jewelry as a gift?
A:  Fine jewelry and watches are great gifts to give regardless of the occasion.  Jewelry is the most heart felt gift that one can give.  It offers an emotional connection between the giver and receiver that is unlike any other gift.  It has the ability to transcend words and time.

Q:  In this uncertain economy, can I still buy jewelry for my loved ones while watching my wallet and with out breaking the bank?
A:  Fine jewelry is available in all price ranges.  There is something for everyone in a vast array of prices. 

Q: What should I use to clean my jewelry?
A:  Each piece of jewelry is individual and needs to be cared for differently.  To find complete details on care and cleaning of jewelry, click here. 

Q: How can I tell how much my jewelry is worth?
A: In order to tell determine the dollar value of a piece of jewelry, you need to get it independently appraised.  Make sure the appraiser is a independent, certified appraiser who is not looking to buy or sell the jewelry.  To find an appraiser near you, visit www.appraisers.org

Q: What do to the letters/markings inside of my ring (or on chain tag) mean?
A:  The markings are most likely the registered trademark for the company who made the piece of jewelry.  Trademarks often accompany a karat mark identifying the metal.  By United States law, when there is a karat marked, there must also be a manufacturer’s trademark

Q:  What do I need to know about buying a diamond?
A:  Each diamond is one of a kind.  To understand a diamond’s value, you first need to know about the four C’s.  To learn more, click here