Finding the Right, Reputable Jeweler
When it comes time to shop for something as valuable and expensive as jewelry it makes sense to spend a lot of time looking around and researching the potential jewelers, shops, and products intensely. No disagreement here! We know the importance of having a jeweler you can trust, a reputable jeweler that you can rely on past the purchase of the ring (or what have you.) That’s right past the purchase! Your jewelry should last a long time, and for that, you will need a jeweler to count on. Here are the ways to find yourself a reputable one!
Finding a Reputable Jeweler
Is the jeweler credentialed and established?
You wouldn’t go to a doctor without a degree (and if you would, just wow, we are in awe) so why would you buy something so precious from an amateur? Hopefully, you wouldn’t. They may know their stuff but a jeweler should have certifications to qualify them, and preferably a wealth of good reviews or word of mouth that you can rely on. If they’ve been around for a decade or more that can be a good barometer as well! And you’ll want them to still be in business in another decade when it comes time for anniversaries!
What services are offered?
While you may be shopping just to buy a ring, it doesn’t mean you want a place that only does that! If the jeweler can repair and resize jewelry, for instance, you’ll be saving yourself a world of hurt later when searching for someone to get that ring to fit again! Some, like us, offer custom pieces that can make it all the more special.
Do they listen?
This may seem silly but it is huge! Does the jeweler in question listen to your questions, concerns, and opinions? Do they value your thoughts on the matter, but still offer their guidance and suggestion, not direction? Then you may very well have a good one! If the jeweler is pushing a ring or piece too hard and focusing solely on price, you are bound not to feel comfortable or valued!
Do they teach you what to look for?
A reputable jeweler will listen to your concerns and they will also teach you what you need to know when it comes to picking a piece. Things like the 4 Cs of diamond buying, are important to know and demonstrate, if the jeweler doesn’t offer that step you may not trust what they are telling you!
If you can reasonably answer these questions, and importantly like the jeweler in question, then you may have found the jeweler for you! We here at Lonnie’s always do our best to be the jewelers all others should measure themselves by. That is why we inform through our blog, why we have such a wide offering of pieces, and why we value our customers over all else. If you’d like to see if a Lonnie’s ring is right for you, give us a call or come down to the gallery, we’re excited to work together!
