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	A GUIDE TO BUYING JEWELERY
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	Reward yourself or someone special
	How do I choose my jeweler?
	Can I trust my jeweler?
	Is service important?
	What determines the price of diamonds and gemstones?
	How much should I spend on a diamond engagement ring?
	How do I know I'm getting value for money?
	Is jewelery a good investment?
	How do I know what type of gold I've bought?
	Gemstones and Birthstones
	Does 9ct gold last longer than 18t gold?
	How can I obtain more information?
	What should I expect from my jeweler if I insure my jewelery?
	How often should I have my jewelery appraised
	What about cleaning?
	I've heard stories about diamond switching and misleading advertising? Does it happen?
	What about consumer protection?
	And consumer assistance
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	Reward yourself or someone special.
	Buying jewelery is a very personal affair and choices are often made for emotional or sentimental reasons - an engagement ring or anniversary present for example.
	In making their choice, consumers may ask their jeweler for professional advice and reputable Jewelers and Watchmakers will provide it.
	As an essential first step in helping consumers, we have provided this Guide to Jewelery Buying which complements our other information brochures about diamonds, gold, pearls and coloured gemstones.
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	How do I choose my jeweler?
	Reputable jewelers have pledged to trade honestly, fairly and truthfully.
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	Can I trust my jeweler?
	Reputable jewelers are committed to quality, professionalism and providing value for money.
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	Is service important?
	Very. Finding a jeweler who will do their best for you - before and after - is crucial for your satisfaction and for the pleasure you will get from your purchase.
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	What determines the price of diamonds and gemstones?
	The four c's - cut, colour, clarity and carat weight. Perhaps another could be added - C for confidence that you are being treated honestly and that you are buying from a reputable jeweler.
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	How much should I spend on a diamond engagement ring?
	Everything that is symbolised by a diamond engagement ring is priceless. But you do have to be practical. Today, two month's salary is generally considered a good guideline.
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	How do I know I'm getting value for money?
	All jewelery is different and there are firm industry guidelines on how gold, diamonds and gemstones are appraised for their value according to current international prices. They take into account the grading, quality and weight of the jewelery and may include craftsmanship, market forces and taxes. Also, it should be remembered that gold, diamonds and gemstones are extremely rare and are also very expensive to mine.
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	Is jewelery a good investment?
	Most people buy jewelery for emotional and sentimental reasons, as gifts on special occasions, or to wear themselves. While most jewelery retains or increases its intrinsic value over the long term, if treated with reasonable care, the true value lies in its beauty and in the pleasure it provides.
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	How do I know what type of gold I've bought?
	Most gold jewelery is made with 18ct or 9ct gold. Some of the common markings found on gold jewelery, with their metric equivalent, are as follows:
	22ct or 916; 18ct or 750; 14ct or 585; 9ct or 375;
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	Gemstones and Birthstones The variety of colours and qualities of valuable gemstones is almost limitless. Some of the most popular ones have been allocated to months of the year, bringing all people born in their months under the protection of the stone of that month. The Birthstones are: January Garnet July Ruby February Amethyst August Peridot March Aquamarine September Sapphire April Diamond October Opal May Emerald November Topaz June Pearl December Turquoise
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	Does 9ct gold last longer than 18t gold?
	In general terms the answer is no. But it must be understood that 9 carat contains 37'/2% gold and the rest is an alloy of different metals, blended with the gold to make it harder. l8ct contains 75% gold with less alloy, 22ct contains 91.6% gold, close to pure and 24ct is 99.9% or pure gold and therefore very soft.
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	How can I obtain more information?
	If you want more information about diamonds, gemstones, pearls and gold jewelery please click on the links below
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	What should I expect from my jeweler if I insure my jewelery?
	With most jewelery purchases you should expect a written detailed appraisal by a qualified registered appraiser, or a detailed receipt. This will also help in compiling an inventory of your jewelery in case of loss or theft.
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	How often should I have my jewelery appraised?
	Jewelery values increase over the years and to insure for current replacement value, it is recommended that your jewelery is re-appraised every two to three years.
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	What about cleaning?
	Your jewelery should be professionally cleaned at least once a year. At the same time, your jeweler can check the settings for wear.
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	I've heard stories about diamond switching and misleading advertising? Does it happen?
	Not amongst reputable jewelers, most of whom are highly trained professionals who have spent years studying their trade. Some have formal qualifications as gemologists, appraisers and goldsmiths. They take pride in their work and in the service they provide to clients; they are honest and ethical and they want to retain you as a valued customer.
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	What about consumer protection?
	A reputable jeweler should offer a dispute resolution service to help find amicable solutions to problems that may arise from time to time. This service should be free, independent and confidential.
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	And consumer assistance?
	If you need information or advice about buying jewelery contact a reputable jeweler near you.Please also visit the links below for additional information.
	Jewelery has lasting value, unlike many of today's passing fads which may be obsolete after a couple of years. So why not reward yourself, or someone special, with the purchase of jewelery from a reputable jeweler.
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