amanda_kate34
Rough_Rock
- Joined
- May 19, 2006
- Messages
- 7
Hi,
I''ve been checking out the online vendors like whiteflash, GOG, dimend scassi, etc... and although you guys seem to have argued a great case for the financial advantages about online vendors, and their incredible helpfulness regarding custom work, I''m still a little confused.
If you buy an engagement ring (or any other piece) online... who would you take it to for repairs or maintenance? Is this sort of service included if you bought a piece from a local shop? How about an online vendor?
I''m sensing that the stones are cheaper online, but how about the costs afterwards?
Also, it only makes sense to buy a stone you''ve actually seen, right? How do the online vendors handle this? Is there a way to see the stones in person locally before buying them or having them set into a custom piece?
As a new face to this entire jewelery scene (let alone diamonds), any help you can give would be great!
I''ve been checking out the online vendors like whiteflash, GOG, dimend scassi, etc... and although you guys seem to have argued a great case for the financial advantages about online vendors, and their incredible helpfulness regarding custom work, I''m still a little confused.
If you buy an engagement ring (or any other piece) online... who would you take it to for repairs or maintenance? Is this sort of service included if you bought a piece from a local shop? How about an online vendor?
I''m sensing that the stones are cheaper online, but how about the costs afterwards?
Also, it only makes sense to buy a stone you''ve actually seen, right? How do the online vendors handle this? Is there a way to see the stones in person locally before buying them or having them set into a custom piece?
As a new face to this entire jewelery scene (let alone diamonds), any help you can give would be great!