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Buying Wholesale Jewelry
Are you interested in learning the Secrets to Buying Jewelry at Low Wholesale Prices?
Wholesale Jewelry Sources was conceived by former industry insiders to provide insight and tips into the wholesale jewelry business. Whether it is fine jewelry, bridge jewelry, fashion jewelry or costume jewelry, we wanted to take some of the mystery out of the business for jewelry retailers, distributors, or people interested in getting into the jewelry business.
If you are a savvy “retail shopper” who found this site while looking for “wholesale pricing” on jewelry for personal use or aren't yet a volume buyer, you should still be able to benefit from our advice. The Internet has broken down a lot of industry barriers and made it possible for the non-volume buyer to get some really good prices on jewelry with no or low minimums- but you need to know what to look for!
“75% off retail”
“Below wholesale” “Blowout Sale” |
“Lowest Price”
“Factory Direct” “Direct Importer” |
“50% off wholesale” “Below Cost”
“Closeout” |
You've no doubt seen these types of marketing claims before - and many times they are misleading and don't mean anything more than the seller wants you to think you are getting a good deal. In fact, the word “wholesale” has lost much of its meaning. Today, one companys' retail is another's “wholesale”.
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Wholesale Fine Jewelry
Buying Diamonds, Gemstones, and Jewelry set in precious metal at wholesale pricing.
~This is an area where caution must be exercised~
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Wholesale Fashion Jewelry
We'll call this category “Bridge jewelry”. The term Bridge stretches a wide band, but we will use it to mean jewelry that is between fine jewelry and regular costume jewelry. Think of jewelry that looks really expensive, but isn't. This includes “better” costume jewelry where attention to detail is very important. A quality made “look of real” piece set with cubic zirconia or semi-precious stones would be one example.
If you are looking for true wholesale pricing, you will generally be expected to be a volume purchaser. The best pricing will usually be obtained from companies that do not sell to the retail public.
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Wholesale Costume Jewelry
Lower priced jewelry that's fun to wear, but isn't solid gold and doesn't use real stones. Price is usually more of a consideration than quality. Wide range of quality.
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Wholesale Gold or Platinum Jewelry
When buying gold or platinum jewelry, don't rely on price alone. There are other important factors that should be considered before you buy.
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Wholesale Silver Jewelry
When buying silver jewelry items such as chains and charms without stones, it is most often priced by the gram weight, not by the piece. The price of silver jewelry will also be determined by the finish, design, and craftsmanship, so don't rely on gram price only when making a purchasing decision. The quality of the silver is as important to compare as the gram price of the silver.
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Wholesale Swarovski Crystal
If you are looking for true wholesale pricing, you will generally be expected to be a volume purchaser. The best pricing will usually be obtained from companies that do not sell to the retail public.
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Wholesale Cubic Zirconia "CZ" Jewelry
Not all cubic zirconia is created equal. While the raw product is now being produced in a fairly consistent quality, the quality of the cut varies greatly.
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