Diamond Pendants Necklaces on Sale Near Minneapolis, MN

To prevent any mistakes while purchasing a necklace, you should determine your own budget, pick the right seller, and pay a special attention to the return policies offered.

Here is a quick guide to help you understand the different gemstone sizes you can get for the same money.

• How much money should be dedicated to a necklace in Minneapolis, MN?

  According to The Knot and other reliable sources, Americans spend an average of $6,000 on a necklace.
  However, this figure deserves further explanation:

  • As a guideline, a necklace should cost you 2 to 3 months of your income.
  • Be aware that for the same dollar amount, you can get very different stone sizes and carat weights depending on the kind of gemstone you pick.

  Necklaces Price Comparison Table
  Budget	Diamond	Lab Grown	Moissanite
  $2,000 to $4,000	0.60 Ct (5.2mm)	0.80 Ct (6.0mm)	2.00 Ct (8mm)*
  $4,000 to $6,000*	0.80 Ct (6.0mm)	1.00 Ct (6.5mm)	4.00 Ct (10mm)*
  $6,000 to $8,000	0.90 Ct (6.3mm)	1.25 Ct (7.0mm)*	6.00 Ct (12mm)
  $8,000+	1.00 Ct (6.5mm)*	1.80 Ct (7.8mm)	8.00 Ct (15mm)
  *Most popular selection in 2023

• The best diamond alternatives:

  Lab-created diamonds such as moissanite, are considered the greatest alternative to a mined diamond, cost on average 90% less than diamonds of equivalent quality (see the 4C’s).
  If you can't purchase your "dream necklace" right now, you should consider upgrading your necklace at the appropriate date. This is something your jeweler should be able to help you with.

• Why is buying a necklace online a better option than shopping at a brick and mortar store in 2023?

  Save money without sacrificing quality: Online retailers do not have the same storefront costs as brick-and-mortar retailers, so they may pass the savings on to their customers.
  A Larger choice of necklaces: Visiting several stores in person to look at a small selection of necklaces would take much more time than browsing hundreds of necklace styles online.
  Time-saving, 24/7 shopping: When buying a necklace online, customers can save a lot of time and money. There's no need to worry about going from one jeweler to the next without knowing if you'll find what you're looking for.

• Virtual shopping experience:

  Nowadays, you can shop virtually from the comfort of your own home or office at any time of day by using Zoom or Facetime and buying the ideal necklace from a most extensive collection.
  You'll get your selection the next day. You will be protected by a risk-free purchase, free shipping, and an easy return, depending on the merchant you select.

• Return policy

  Before buying online, make sure the seller offers: risk-free purchase; certificates; free shipping and returns
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• How to choose the right seller in Minneapolis, MN?

  Check the seller's reputation and reviews. Verify the authenticity of his certificate from the Gemologist Institutes (GIA, IGI, GRA), Charles & Colvard, or Venazia. You should also conduct some research on complaints (B.B.B; Better Business Bureau) and determine whether his reviews are genuine based on real customer experience.