You will need to have an understanding of how the selling and buying of jewelry works before you jump into the field yourself. Jewelry buying can be an overwhelming process for beginners.

You should always store your jewelry very carefully. The right jewelry box that has separate compartments, hooks and holders to keep the pieces apart is the best choice. Resist the temptation to jumble all your pieces into a community box. This can damage fragile, delicate jewelry, and necklaces can become very tangled in other jewelry pieces.

Your jewlery needs to be kept in a place where it is protected from air and humidity. Trying putting them in a box with a tight-fitting lid or a bag that has a drawstring closure. Humidity quickly tarnishes both precious and non-precious metal. It is possible to restore precious metals to their previous state, but it’s better to avoid damaging them in the first place.

A magnet is a useful tool when shopping for jewelry in sterling silver. To spot scams, see if the magnet attracts the piece. If it does, then shout “FAKE!” at the top of your lungs and move to the next store. Also, look to make sure that silver is hallmarked and stamped with .925, sterling or ster. If there is no hallmark, watch its authenticity since it may be fake.

You should expect good jewelry to last the rest of your life, and possibly beyond. Whenever you buy jewelry, make sure you go to a reliable, experienced dealer, so you know you’re getting an outstanding piece of jewelry. You can tell when jewelry is of high quality, due to the excellent craftsmanship. The jeweler should be able to give you a history on the piece, like who crafted it and where the stones came from if there are any. When you choose a piece of jewelry that is high in quality, it can become a heirloom that will last forever.

When you are shopping for diamonds, there are ways to compare the stones. Compare the jewelery you like with others that are similar; make sure to examine the pieces closely. Keep an eye out for deceptive tricks to cause you to think a diamond is better than it actually is.

Take the steps to inhibit its tarnishing. When wearing your jewelry, you should avoid exposure to water. Water can dull and rust some types of metal if it is exposed to it too often. A single coat of transparent nail polish may help protect certain types of metal.

Test it out by wearing it yourself; you don’t want to give a piece that will be uncomfortable or awkward for the recipient. You’ll also be able to get a better idea of the piece’s durability.

Think about what stones you would want before you purchase a new piece of jewelry. The stone will look best on you if it is complementary to your skin tone, eye, and hair color. Think about how the stones will work with your style, and pick neutral colors that go with everything in your wardrobe. Do not buy something that looks nice on the shelf but that you will never use.

As you can see, selling or buying jewelery requires you do your homework, and some hard work, so you can get the most out of it either way. With these tips in place, you can start experiencing success.