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ginag · Feb 23rd, 2009, 10:15 AM

There's a ring I've been looking at in a local jewelry shop, and it's gorgeous. But it's designer, and honestly, I think it's a bit overpriced. I don't want to insult the shopkeeper/owner, as it's a nice place, and I like peeking in there every now and again, but I would like to negotiate a lower price. Granted, it's cheaper in his shop than online, but it could be worth finding out if he is willing to go lower.

I don't look like his usual clientele, but I'm hoping that won't make a difference. I've done business with him before, on very small items (repairs, etc.). My mother went to him as well, but I doubt if they remember her.

I've never done this, and I don't want to be impolite, especially given how it could be perceived. Any comments or advice would be appreciated.

Swanky Mama Of Three · Feb 23rd, 2009, 10:31 AM

We never buy jewelry at tag price. Whatever the price is, knock 20% off {or whatever} in your head and ask "could you take $xxx instead?"

ginag · Feb 23rd, 2009, 11:45 AM

Originally Posted by Swanky Mama Of Three

We never buy jewelry at tag price. Whatever the price is, knock 20% off {or whatever} in your head and ask "could you take $xxx instead?"

Thank you for the advice -- I'm so nervous about how to just come out and ask! I'll have to report back on how it went.

sinniebunnie · Feb 23rd, 2009, 12:03 PM

With the economy bad you can name your own price, i bet they rather sell then have it sitting there. I normally do my research on a piece before offering though. i take into consideration gold weight and stone value at wholesale and x 2 for design.

if they are asking 500. i would offer 300 and they might just meet at 400.

Feb 23rd, 2009, 10:15 AM	#1
ginag OP Member Joined: Apr 2006 Location: SC Posts: 764	Negotiating with an independent shop (?) There's a ring I've been looking at in a local jewelry shop, and it's gorgeous. But it's designer, and honestly, I think it's a bit overpriced. I don't want to insult the shopkeeper/owner, as it's a nice place, and I like peeking in there every now and again, but I would like to negotiate a lower price. Granted, it's cheaper in his shop than online, but it could be worth finding out if he is willing to go lower. I don't look like his usual clientele, but I'm hoping that won't make a difference. I've done business with him before, on very small items (repairs, etc.). My mother went to him as well, but I doubt if they remember her. I've never done this, and I don't want to be impolite, especially given how it could be perceived. Any comments or advice would be appreciated.
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Feb 23rd, 2009, 10:31 AM	#2
Swanky Mama Of Three Joined: Jan 2006 Location: Dallas Area Posts: 42,747	We never buy jewelry at tag price. Whatever the price is, knock 20% off {or whatever} in your head and ask "could you take $xxx instead?"
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Feb 23rd, 2009, 12:03 PM	#4
sinniebunnie Neurotic 4 Alignment Joined: Nov 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,989	With the economy bad you can name your own price, i bet they rather sell then have it sitting there. I normally do my research on a piece before offering though. i take into consideration gold weight and stone value at wholesale and x 2 for design. if they are asking 500. i would offer 300 and they might just meet at 400.
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