sorry, this page is nothing other than a #lunamerchantinspo picture...

but I guess while you're here I can tell you my number 1 recommended tool for jewelry buying and assessing: the jeweler's loupe. I never leave home without it and I'll never buy a piece of jewelry without looking at it under magnification. You shouldn't either! The link below has two options from Amazon. I personally own the Zeiss loupe, but feel free to start out and practice with a less expensive version. Just know, when it comes to buying pricey items like jewelry, the better quality tool, the better quality view!

Amazon Loupes

the above affiliate link is for personally selected items. I will earn a small commission, but only if you decide to make a purchase.