 | How to Choose the Right Necklace Length on eBay Australia
Understand Necklace Sizing
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Understand Necklace SizingThere are traditionally seven different lengths that necklaces are available in. The length of the necklace will determine where the necklace will hang to, on the wearer's body. 25cm to 32.5cm necklaces: Short necklaces, like chokers, wrap closely around the neck and measure about 25cm to 32.5cm long. 40cm to 45cm necklaces: Necklaces, strands, and chokers typically measure from 40cm to 45cm in length, staying fairly close to the neck. Attached pendants lie above the breastbone. 70cm to 80cm necklaces: Long necklaces measuring 70cm to 80cm will hang at or below the bust line. These necklaces can also be worn as a doubled strand. Necklaces 100cm and longer: Necklaces measuring over 100cm long can hang at, or below, the navel. They are often worn either doubled or tripled. Necklaces 120cm and longer: Often used for long strands, necklaces measuring over 120cm in length normally wrap or knot around the neck without a clasp.
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Jewellery Shopping Checklist
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Jewellery Shopping ChecklistBuying jewellery can be an extremely fun and rewarding process, but it’s important for buyers to be consumer savvy as well. Buyers should read thoroughly through the listing description of jewellery items, before committing themselves to a purchase. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has published jewellery advertising industry guidelines, and buying from sellers complying with the guidelines makes good sense. Take care when sellers use valuations to indicate the amount of savings on a particular piece of jewellery. Such valuations may not always be correct for the market you are buying in. For example, a seller may suggest a diamond has been valued at $2000, however in actual fact, if the diamond was resold onto the market, this may not actually reflect what the seller would receive for it. Ensure that you read the seller’s description to locate the material condition of the jewellery that you’re interested in buying. For example, if you’re interested in buying a gemstone, try to find out if the gemstone has been treated with extra coating or materials to improve its appearance (as opposed to an untreated gemstone). If you can’t locate this information then it’s highly recommended that you ask the seller directly, so that you are able to get a better idea of the actual quality of the gemstone. Be aware of any jewellery terminology being used by sellers. Sellers may use common terms in their listing descriptions, which are known within the jewellery industry, but not commonly known or understood by consumers. For example, the word “synthetic” is actually another term for “artificial”. If you’re not sure of what a particular word means, then don’t hesitate to ask the seller directly or to seek external advice. Ensure that you confirm with sellers about the country of origin of a piece of jewellery. For example, if the seller describes a gemstone as a Tanzanian emerald, it’s best to check with the seller if the emerald has actually been mined in Tanzania rather than assuming it has been.
For consumers who would like further information about their consumer rights and how jewellery sellers are required to comply with the Trade Practices Act, visit the ACCC for more details. |
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Find Necklaces on eBay Australia
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Find Necklaces on eBay AustraliaOnce you know what type of necklaces you want, go visit eBay Australia's Jewellery, Gems & Watches portal and start searching for item listings on eBay Australia. You'll find a link for necklaces or chains underneath categories such as Fine Jewellery, Costume Jewellery, Men's Jewellery, Designer, Artist, and Children's Jewellery.  Keyword search: Search eBay Australia listing titles for specific words. For example, if you want to find a silver necklace with a pendant, type "silver necklace pendant" (without quotation marks) into the Search box. Click "Search title and description" to expand your results. Visit eBay Australia's Search Tips page for more tips on searching with keywords.
If you can't find exactly what you want, try shopping eBay Stores, tell the eBay Australia Community what you want by creating a post on Want It Now, or save a search on My eBay and eBay Australia will email you when a match becomes available. |
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Buy Necklaces with Confidence
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Buy Necklaces with ConfidenceBefore making your purchase, make sure you know exactly what you're buying, research your seller, and understand how eBay Australia and PayPal protect you. 
Know your purchase
Carefully read the details in item listings.
Figure delivery costs into your final price. If you spend a lot of money, make sure the seller will insure the item when it ships.
If you want more information, ask by clicking the "Ask seller a question" link under the seller's profile.
Always make sure to complete your transaction on eBay Australia (with a bid, Buy It Now, or Best Offer). Transactions conducted outside of eBay Australia are not covered by eBay Australia protection programs. Never pay for your eBay Australia item using instant cash wire transfer services through Western Union or MoneyGram. These payment methods are unsafe when paying someone you do not know.
Know your sellerResearch your seller so you feel positive and secure about every transaction. What is the seller's Feedback rating? How many transactions have they completed? What percentage of positive responses do they have? What do buyers say in their Feedback? Did the seller receive praise? Most top eBay Australia sellers operate like retail stores and have return policies. Do they offer a money-back guarantee? What are the terms and conditions?
Buyer protectionIn the unlikely event that a problem arises during your transaction, eBay Australia and PayPal are there for you. Pay safely with PayPal: PayPal enables you to pay without the seller ever seeing your bank account or credit card numbers. In fact, PayPal protects buyers 100% against unauthorised payments from their accounts. Plus, with PayPal Buyer Protection, your purchase can be covered up to $1,500. eBay Australia Security & Resolution Centre: Visit the Security & Resolution Centre to learn how to protect your account and use eBay Australia's quick and efficient resolution tools.
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