Everybody loves a gift of jewelry. Chosen correctly, it is a thoughtful present and will be treasured for years to come. However there are a number of things to keep in mind when making that purchase. Here are four things to consider when buying jewelry as a gift.

1. The Right Piece for the Right Person
One size does not fit all when it comes to choosing jewelry. No matter how well you know the person you are buying for, it is easy to get it wrong when picking out a piece. Observe the style of the recipient. Do they always wear silver or do they only wear gold? Is white gold their favorite choice? Do they normally go for more traditional and classic choices in jewelry? Do they like more modern clean lines or the embellished ornate look?  

2. The Special Occasion
What’s the occasion? Are you buying the gift for a birthday, anniversary or another special occasion? Why not think about a special engraving or better still why not take the opportunity to have their name written in the ancient language of Ogham. Did you know that there is a Claddagh ring, earrings or necklace available for every birthstone?  

3. The Returns Policy
If you are planning a surprise gift, make sure that there is a returns policy available in case the present does not fully suit. You’ll be secure in the knowledge that you can take the calculated risk and spring that surprise. Look at the customer service promises of the company on their website and take a look at previous testimonials from other customers.

4.  Seal of Quality    
When purchasing jewelry for yourself or as a gift look out for the quality mark from the Assay office at Dublin Castle. This means that you are buying genuine Irish quality. The 400 year old consumer protection seal will give you peace of mind that your jewelry is made from genuine precious metals and that it is authentic Irish inside and out.

5. Adding to the Collection
The great thing about gifting jewelry is that by choosing the right gift for the recipient, they can build up their own collection. For example, at Rings from Ireland there are several key jewelry collections: Celtic Warrior Collection; Claddagh Birthstone Collection; Faith Collection; Viking Collection; Impressions of Ireland Collection and a Family Name Coat of Arms Collection. If you decide to purchase a gift of a ring for example, they can then go on to purchase a matching piece, whether that is a set of earrings, pendant or bangle.