Know Before You Buy Online: The 411 on Silver Rings
There aren’t many pieces of jewellery you can wear,
comfortably, on a daily basis. But one such item, one classic, traditional and
timeless is a sterling silver ring. In general, silver is considered as the
world’s most versatile and complementary jewellery metal. Silver jewellery is
wonderful when found in earrings, necklaces, brooches, bracelets, and, of
course, rings. A silver band or silver ring will go with everything you wear
(or don’t wear). It’s comfortable, comforting and given as a gift is considered
a token of affection, admiration, thanks, celebration, love, friendship, family
and congratulations. A silver ring is also a most excellent gift for yourself.
After all, you know yourself best and know what you like, what you’ll wear (or
not ever take off). You know what you find easy-to-wear, flattering to your
skin tone.
Some of the best deals on silver jewellery can be
found online and it’s a great resource when you’re looking to buy quality items
at reasonable rates. But, like any product, it’s critical you know what to look
for, and what you should consider when buying a silver ring online. Check out
the substantial
collection of silver
rings from Silver by Mail and
you’ll find so many rings to choose from, you’re likely to want more than one.
The 411 on Silver
When buying silver, you
should know some basic facts. Sterling silver is generally marked or stamped
either “sterling” or “sterling silver” or even, “solid silver,” or, most often,
“925” or 92.5 or .925 (meaning 92.5% -- the amount of pure silver in the metal;
silver is very soft and to make it malleable and durable and feasible as a
jewellery metal, 7.5% of a metal alloy – usually copper -- is added). Always
check for the designation that you’re buying actual silver. Next, you want to
be sure you choose a reputable dealer (such as the one mentioned in the
previous paragraph). Examine the craftsmanship and be sure that not only is
everything finely made, but any “moving parts” work well and have the
distinction of a mark of durability.
Safety Tips for Online Shopping
·
Reputation: Know
the website on which you are considering a purchase. Make sure it is a valid,
trusted source. Do web research. Make sure you are on the shop’s or company’s
actual site and not some similarly named site which will trick you into giving
up your information.
·
Super
Security: When
you’re buying online, you have to, at some point, enter your payment method and
provide all kinds of information proving you are who you are and that the card
(common payment method) is yours. This protects the company. Now, to protect
yourself, you must be sure that you never enter your credit card or personal
information on a site that is not using an SSL, which stands for secure sockets
layer. Look at the URL and you should see “https:” instead of only “http:”
·
Giving
it Up: Only
fill in online forms with information in the “boxes” that are noted as
mandatory and essential. Putting in unnecessary information will only give ammunition
to potential hackers.
·
Well
Stated: Become
familiar with your bank’s online presence and website. Register and use it to
monitor your statements. Check your checking, savings, credit card and debit
card accounts and make sure that any noted payments are your own. If you see
something unfamiliar, get in touch with your bank as soon as possible.
·
Use
Protection:
Consult with a techie to be sure you have software that will protect you from
hackers. When coming up with passwords, don’t use the same one repeatedly, and
be sure you use strong passwords. Use your own devices – laptop, notebook, smart
phone, iPad, etc. Avoid using public computers.
With the
points and tips discussed, you can surely purchase silver rings online without
any worries.
