is amazon.com a decent place to buy jewelry online?

[NewJeffCT]

I was looking to buy something online for my wife, as I won't have a lot of time to go out over the next week or so.

any other places somebody would recommend?

Thanks

[HappyMe]

1. I'm not sure.

I have only ordered books from them. Costume jewelry might be fine, but I don't know about the quality of fine jewelry.

I just typed in Macy's Jewelry - they have a section that organizes gifts by price.

[mnhtnbb]

2. I have bought a fair amount of jewelry on-line--mostly happy with results.

I have never bought jewelry from amazon.

Depends upon what you want to spend and what style she likes.

There are some great contemporary silver earrings on Overstock.com

I have been very happy with many purchases of estate quality and vintage pieces on eBay--but be sure you aren't
buying from someone in India or China (although I have been very happy with pearls bought
from Chinese dealers).

If you are concerned about returns--or want to be able to take something
into a store after Christmas for sizing--try Ross-Simons. I just got an e-mail from
them today. This is their latest promotion http://view.ed4.net/v/9QHOYU/3OMCL4/WP2IEJ/T10N6G/FORMAT=H

Have fun! Hope she likes whatever you choose.

[NewJeffCT]

3. forgot about overstock

thanks.

amazon has a pretty good return policy, which I like.

[pipi_k]

4. If you're looking for

costume jewelry, then yes...it's a decent place.

I've bought loads of it there...rings, bracelets, necklaces...

Another good place I've gotten stuff is Stauer.

http://www.stauer.com/

They have some really nice jewelry...costume and otherwise.

The fake diamond necklace and bracelet I have are just gorgeous.


PS...I just wanted to add...photos online or in their catalog do NOT do the items justice. They really are beautiful in RL

[ailsagirl]

5. Wow-- here's a rather pricey item (from Stauer)

$28,000!!!

[femmocrat]

6. QVC

Their jewelry is very nice and good quality. Depends on what you are looking for, though.

I have never bought gold or diamonds! I would go to a reputable local jeweler for something that expensive.