Chances are, at some point in time you will need the services of a jeweler. No matter if it is for the resizing of your wedding ring, or for an appraisal, finding a Jewelry Store you can trust can be a bit tricky. However, with a few tips you can find the ideal jeweler that suits your needs and provides quality results.
Search for JVC or AGS Certifications
While it may be tempting to simply ask friends or search online for a jewelry store, this is not going to provide you any real information on quality and results. Therefore you should look for a jewelry store that is a member of the Jeweler’s Vigilance Committee (JVC) or the American Gem Society (AGS). These are organizations that require a high level of knowledge as well as strict ethical standards in regards to pricing and representation of their products. Additionally, the members of AGS must be tested yearly to maintain membership and JVC members must pay dues and promise to uphold the ethics of the organization. JVC also provides you with the ability to find out if a particular jeweler has ever had a complaint lodged against them.
Ask Plenty of Questions
Once you have done your preliminary research regarding the jeweler organizations that are a member of you should compile a list of questions to ask the jeweler. This should include questions such as whether or not they have a graduate or certified Gemologist on staff, if they have a bench jeweler on site for repairs and a jewelry appraiser. You should also consider asking if they have a GIA educated individual, which is a person that has earned a certificate from the Gemological Institute of America, who will be able to provide you with the most information regarding your purchase. The bench jeweler will be able to size, repair or set any type of jewelry without leaving the store and an appraiser will be able to give you approximate values of your jewelry and help answer any questions that you may have.
When you use the information found here you will be able to find a quality Jewelry Store for all of your needs.
