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How to Sell Jewelry on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace
… the plunge. Safeguards are critical when selling jewelry in person First NEVER, NEVER, and NEVER meet an unknown buyer at your house. Personal safety and protection against robbery should be your first priority. Meet the buyer in a …meet the potential buyer at a public place, then do not sell your jewelry through the Craigslist or Marketplace. The buyer’s bank is a good public location because if they wish to buy the jewelry they can go and get the cash now to …
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Star White Gold
…! Why are white gold consumers dissatisfied? Because they don’t know what the true color of the jewelry is when they buy it. I have seen a yellow gold ring heavily plated to look white. This was a true 14 karat yellow gold made to look … fullest brilliance. Pure Star White gold enhances so many jewelry designs. See the Star White Difference When you buy a piece of quality jewelry you want it to last for decades. That is one of the reasons so many people are disappointed…
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How to Sell Jewelry on eBay and Other Websites
…. Do you want a detailed description, or light beautiful statement, or a story? You must have a way for them to buy and return without losing the money or jewelry. An escrow account is usually a good option or you can get paid first. … ship in case the shipper damages it or the buyer says it was like this when they got it. If it is damaged, ask the buyer what shape the box was in when they got it. Keep all of your shipping and insurance receipts in case the piece is …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tanzanite
… of tanzanite is only expected to increase. So, should you get a piece of tanzanite jewelry? Our advice would be to buy jewelry that you love to look at. No one knows what the future holds for the markets, but when you buy a high quality…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
…a soft brush to gently scrub the amethyst and avoid using ultrasonic cleaners, as these can damage the gemstone. Why Buy Amethyst There are many reasons why someone might want to buy amethyst. One of the main reasons is its beautiful …
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Understanding the Diamond Buying Game
…less than 100 years. Before that system every business and diamond seller had their own system. It was impossible to buy a diamond without seeing it first. The GIA four C system is supposed to be an agreed upon grading standard but in … to accurately assess the value of a diamond and gemological equipment to check the grades. I see internet diamond buyers all the time not getting what they think they are getting. The surest way to get ripped off when buying a diamond …
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How to Tell If a Diamond Is Natural or Lab Grown
… the added benefit of knowing that your diamond was checked by an experienced, GIA trained gemologist. We are one of the only shops in Sacramento with a full gem lab at our disposal including the powerful DiaTrue tester. So, you can buy with confidence knowing our experts
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Synthetic Gems: The Whole Story
…make owning beautiful jewelry affordable. But synthetic gems are not natural; they are manmade. Knowing what you are buying is key. Shopping for jewelry in this 24/7 gem networks on cable or satellite or internet sites can be over …
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Diamond Buying Guide: The 4 C’s
… as 75 points or 0.75 carats or 3/4 of a carat. It is a good practice to know the exact weight of a diamond when buying or selling. The weight of a diamond is often thought of in terms of its size. If you know that you like the look of a… be significant. When deciding on a color for your diamond, you may choose to go down a color grade to allow you to buy a larger diamond for the same price. Or, you may want to get the whitest diamond possible to outshine your friends …
