You want to buy a Black Hills gold ring, but you aren't sure how to find one. You can use this guide to help you get a great Black Hills gold ring that you can love. You'll also learn how to take care of your ring once you have made your purchase.

Look at stores that are certified

A Black Hills gold ring can only be sold at stores that carry the certification that their Black Hills gold jewelry items are from the mountains of Black Hills, South Dakota. This is what makes the jewelry unique from all other gold jewelry items. Legally, any Black Hills gold ring or other type of Black Hills gold jewelry has to be authenticated or stamped to prove its origin.

So long as the Black Hills gold ring you buy is produced in Black Hills, South Dakota, you are free to buy whatever design or style suits you best. Your store that sells these types of jewelry items will likely have other offerings to match, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and even pins.

Look at online auction sales or classifieds

Looking for a specific type of Black Hills gold ring or shopping on a budget and want to be thrifty? Feel free to search online auctions or classified ads in order to find what you're looking for. Just make sure you only buy Black Hills jewelry that comes with the authentication you need. You want to make sure you're buying real Black Hills gold and not some knockoff, especially if you are buying from a private seller and not a jeweler.

Caring for your Black Hills gold ring

To keep your Black Hills gold ring in its best condition, you need to properly care for the ring. If you are used to caring for silver or gold items, then you shouldn't have too much issue in learning how to take care of your unique jewelry. Always use a ring cleaner — either commercial or natural — to clean your Black Hills gold ring and allow to dry before placing the ring in its ring box when not in use. Take off the ring when working around certain chemicals, such as nail polish remover or other potentially caustic items.

Your Black Hills gold ring can last for a long time. Allow your jeweler to make any repairs on your jewelry if it is showing any signs of wear and tear.