Collecting jewelry is great fun! It's an exciting, truly inspired, passion-driven hobby that is fraught with real danger! After all, the drama of parting with one's hard earned dollars for something we want, but don't really need, can be a harrowing experience. This pastime we are driven to pursue is one of life's little luxuries and an exercise in daring-do. Some of us extend ourselves beyond our means to collect the objects of our desire, but the rewards are ultimatately worth it. For the dedicated jewelry collector, our jewelry gives expression to who we are. And that's priceless!

There's something magical about discovering that perfect bracelet, exquisite earrings, dynamite ring, elegant necklace, funky brooch, classic watch, sexy anklet, whimsical bejeweled hair accessory, or other sparkling adornment that seems tailor-made just for you.

You may shop for your jewelry retail, or better yet wholesale—online or offline. But one of my favorite ways to add to my jewelry collection is through online auction venues. eBay is by far the most popular of the traditional proxy-style auctions and I've won my fair share of gorgeous jewelry pieces, fashion and vintage, at this famous auction site—but move over eBay, I've discovered Bidz.com. Wow!

Bidz.com is totally interactive, real-time bidding. It is the largest of its kind with over 4.5 million shoppers. And it is FUN, FUN, FUN! Entertaining and edgy, like everything else that involves money, Bidz.com offers a new auction every 5 seconds starting at only $1. Yes, every 5 seconds a new jewelry auction features a vast array of exquisite pieces, some worth thousands of dollars. And the real-time bidding action is exhilarating!

Registration is quick and easy and there's a Live Chat feature 24/7 to answer any questions you may have. Plus, a comprehensive Customer Service section offers clear answers to many questions about shopping at Bidz.com. Convenient payment options include all major credit cards and PayPal. There's even a very nifty Bill Me Later feature that allows for speedy checkout and painless payments over time.

Bidz.com definitely rocks and you will find many more articles here at the Jewelry Collecting site about Bidz.com over the next several months.