The first piece I bought was a Tanzanite ring set in 14k gold back when ShopLC was just starting as out as TJC back in April of 2007! Since then I’ve purchased more than 1,300 rings, about 700 pendants, over 300 bracelets/bangles and countless watches, earrings etc. as well as about 50 handbags, man...

I totally agree....do your homework before you bid! Also, there should be a way to prevent people from bidding on hundreds of items at a time with initial bids of $100 to $200! This ruins the entire auction experience for EVERYONE and wipes out the reason for the auctions....to get a great deal! Are...