Peoples Jewellers

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
30 days
Free return shipping
Yes
Receipt required
Conditional
In store return for online orders
Yes
Refund processing time
Not specified
Restocking fee
Not specified

Peoples Jewellers allows returns within 30 days for most jewellery and watches. You can return items by mail with free shipping, at a carrier location with your own label, or in store. Items must be in original packaging and condition.

How returns work

You may initiate a return through the website or at a store location. For mail returns, you can request a free pre-printed shipping label or use an included return label. Alternatively, you can drop off your return at a UPS, USPS, or FedEx location using your own paid label. In-store returns are also accepted at Peoples Jewellers locations. In all cases, include the packing slip and original documents with your return.

Exclusions and restrictions

Special ordered watches are not returnable. Protection plan replacement merchandise is also non-returnable. Peoples Jewellers does not publish a general list of excluded item categories beyond these.

Refunds

Refunds are issued to your original payment method. If you paid by credit or debit card, the refund is credited to the same account. For check or cash payments over $500, a refund check is issued and mailed within 21 days. If you paid with a gift card, a new gift card is issued. For trade-in purchases, the refund takes the form of original or similar merchandise.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return jewellery or watches?

You have 30 days from purchase to return jewellery or watches. Exchanges have a longer window of 60 days for jewellery and 30 days for watches, though exchanges must be completed in store.

Is return shipping free?

Yes. Peoples Jewellers provides a free pre-printed shipping label when you initiate your return. You can also drop off your package at a carrier location using your own paid label if you prefer.

Can I return an online order in a physical store?

Yes. You can return online orders at any Peoples Jewellers store location.

Do I need a receipt to return an item?

A receipt is required in some cases. If you received the item as a gift and have a gift receipt, you can return or exchange it within 30 days for a gift card or merchandise exchange.

What condition must items be in to return them?

Items must be in original condition with all original packaging. For exchanges, the same condition and packaging requirements apply.

How long does it take to receive my refund?

Refunds to credit or debit cards are typically processed to your account during the return window. If your refund is issued as a check, it is mailed within 21 days of your return.

Can I return a special ordered watch?

No. Special ordered watches are excluded from Peoples Jewellers' return policy and cannot be returned.

How you can return an item

  • By mail , free pre-printed shipping label provided
  • Carrier drop off , customer-paid label option via UPS, USPS, or FedEx
  • In store , returns accepted at store locations

Step by step

  1. Initiate return via website or visit a store location.
  2. Request free pre-printed shipping label or use included return label.
  3. Include packing slip and all original documents with return.
  4. Affix labels to top corners of box and ship via carrier.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
watches 30 days 30-day window for watches only
jewellery 30 days 30-day return window; 60-day exchange window

What you cannot return

  • special ordered watches , excluded category

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
credit card same account credited
debit card same account credited
check refund check issued and mailed within 21 days
cash refund check if unavailable or over $500
gift card new gift card issued
trade-in original or similar merchandise

Returning without a receipt

Gift receipt eligible for return within 30 days for gift card or exchange; regular receipt not explicitly addressed.

Exchanges

60-day exchange window for jewellery, 30 days for watches. Must be done in-store. Must be in original condition with all packaging.

Gift returns

Gift receipt returns allowed within 30 days for gift card or merchandise exchange.

Warranty

Warranty & Protection services offered; protection plan replacement merchandise non-returnable.

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days Returns are allowed within 30 days from the purchase (shipment) date
Exchange window days exchanges within 60 days of the purchase (shipment) date for jewellery
Free return shipping we offer a FREE pre-printed shipping label for you to return your online purchase by mail
Receipt required Merchandise Accompanied by a Gift Receipt: You may return your item for a gift card or exchange it for merchandise within 30 days of the purchase date.
Original packaging required Items must be in their original condition and contain all original packaging, instructions and paperwork.
Refund method All refunds are credited to the same tender as the original purchase.
In store return for online We can handle a return at PeoplesJewellers.com but exchanges must be done at one of our stores.

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Checked against the retailer's published policy. Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policies change without notice. Confirm the current policy with the retailer before you buy.