How To Buy An Engagement Ring Online

Buying an engagement ring online, without being able to actually see and feel it, requires a leap of faith. It is a scary thought to pay thousands of dollars for something you've only seen a picture of but, for those who take the risk, there are many possible benefits. Buying your engagement ring online will save you money because online jewelry stores do not have the overhead costs of a brick and mortar store and most do not charge sales tax on the engagement ring purchase. In addition, there is a wealth of information about buying engagement rings online so you can become an expert without ever leaving your house! In order to cash in on the rewards of buying your engagement ring online there are some simple guidelines to follow to make sure your experience is a great one.

1) Reputation - Make sure the company you are considering has a good reputation with the Better Business Bureau. And check out the company by doing an online search by combining the company name with the words "complaints" or "review".

Danforth Diamond has an A rating with the Better Business Bureau.

2) Security - Make sure the site security seal is up to date and valid.

Danforth Diamond has two security seals with are updated daily. One is with McAfee and the other is with Thawte.
 
3) Contact - Look to see that the contact information for the company is listed on the website. There should be a name and address with company operating hours. Often there is a toll-free telephone number. Give them a call and ask a few questions.

Danforth Diamond has all of this information listed and you can see it here: http://www.danforthdiamond.com/contact-us/

4) Returns - Check out the return policy. Most reputable online jewelry stores offer returns. Be sure to check out the timeframe for the return, such as 30 days from receiving. Be sure to check for any "restocking" fees or details about circumstances that make the return policy invalid, such as engraving the ring with initials or dates.

Danforth Diamond has a No Questions Asked return policy valid for thirty days from the time of shipment. And no hidden restocking fees.  However, if your ring is engraved with a personal message, is manufactured in a special size or has diamonds all the way around, the ring is not returnable unless there is a manufacturing defect.

5) Warranty - Look for a warranty on the engagement ring and the company policy on repair service. Some companies offer free cleaning and inspection of your engagement ring on a yearly basis and will do repairs.

Danforth Diamond has a lifetime warranty for our products. This warranty includes a free ring inspection and cleaning, one time per year. Shipping to our company is not included.

6) Resizing - See if the company has a policy for resizing your ring after purchase. Some companies will resize your engagement ring or wedding band for free the first time.

Danforth Diamond offers one free resizing of your ring, up or down one full size. Eternity bands cannot be resized and are not returnable. Resizes larger than one full size require remanufacturing of your ring and there is a small fee for this service.

7) Shipping - Pay attention to shipping fees. Most companies offer free overnight shipping for diamond engagement rings. Big shipping charges can easily add onto the bottom line of your purchase.

Danforth Diamond offers free overnight shipping via FedEx for all diamond engagement rings. Orders over $100 but under $1000 are shipped free via FedEx two-day delivery. There is a $9.95 shipping charge for orders under $100. Go to http://www.danforthdiamond.com/shipping/

8) Authenticity - Make sure the diamond comes with a certificate from an accredited organization such as the GIA, AGS, IGA, GCAL or EGL.  In addition, check to see if your engagement ring comes with an appraisal. Some companies appraise your engagement ring so that getting insurance is easy.

Danforth Diamond provides an independent diamond certification with all loose diamond purchases. In addition, every engagement ring with a center diamond comes with a free appraisal.

Purchasing an engagement ring can be an overwhelmingly difficult job especially for guys who have never thought about jewelry before. Researching buying an engagement ring online is a no-pressure easy way to learn what you need to know. And remember, you should always be able to contact online engagement ring merchants with any questions along the way and they should get back to you promptly resulting in a great experience!