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There is some basic information that you should be aware of when it comes to understanding gold and silver jewellery, and of course diamonds and other gemstones. The quality of the metal and the specifications of the gemstones greatly impacts its value. Equally important is understanding what your needs are and therefore how you can create the piece that suits your lifestyle.

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Once a customer submits payment to initiate a custom design to be drafted, the design charge is non refundable.

Custom jewellery items will not be cast and manufactured until the customer approves the drawings in writing or via email.

Once the customer approves the drawings, the custom item is not eligible for return or replacement.

The delivery date for custom jewellery is an estimate only, whether oral or written (email or other), and is not a guarantee for delivery. Actual delivery dates may vary up to 10-15 business days from the estimate due to the intricate and labor-intensive nature of creating custom designed jewellery.

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Please note, customized jewellery may differ slightly from the photos, images or renders on the site.

One of our favourite stones, and it's from outer space! Well almost.

Moissanite is a stone with more shine and fire than diamond but at a fraction of the cost. It was discovered by Henri Moissan, oddly enough, it was accidentally from a meteor crater! Natural Moissanite is incredibly rare - even rarer than diamonds - and so today most Moissanite is created in a lab. It has the allure of being conflict free.

It was almost mistaken for a diamond, but with further testing it was discovered to be Silicon Carbide as compared to diamond, whose chemical formula is Carbon.

The main reason that Moissanite was first mistaken for a diamond was due to its relative hardness and exceptional brilliance.

REFRACTIVE INDEX (RI)

2.65–2.69" The double refraction reflects more light back to your eyes. This is greater than that of diamond which means it shines more than a diamond and it costs much less than a diamond making it a great replacement gem for the budget conscious.

FIRE DISPERSION

0.104: 2.4 times higher than a diamond, bending the light into mesmerizing flashes of radiant fire.

HARDNESS MOHS SCALE

9.25: Excellent toughness and made to last through daily wear.

Why is hardness important?

Well put simply, the harder the material, the less likely it is to become damaged – no scratch marks. Diamond, which is of course the hardest mineral known today, measures 10 on the Scale, while Moissanite is 9.25. Cubic Zirconia measures somewhere between 8 – 8.5

Moissanite has a relative hardness second only to diamond so it will not chip or scratch.

In Chemistry, a metal is an element that readily forms positive ions (cations) and has metallic bonds. More simply, metals are opaque, lustrous elements that are good conductors of heat and electricity.

Most metals are malleable and ductile and are, in general, denser than the other elemental substances.

Gold is a soft, heavy, and yellow metal.

It's chemical symbol is Au and its atomic number is 79. Every gold atom has 79 protons in its nucleus and its atomic mass is 196.967. In fact, the arrangement of outer electrons around the gold nucleus and the transitions of electrons between energy bands is related to gold's characteristic yellow color.

Pure gold is softer than pure silver, and its malleability, ductility, and softness makes it difficult for use in jewellery making. Alloying gold increases the toughness and hardness of the gold alloy.

While almost any metal may be alloyed (melted) with gold, only certain metals will not dramatically alter colour or strength.

The purity of gold is indicated by its karat (denoted 'k' or 'kt').

24k or 24 karat is as pure as you can get gold for jewellery making and is often referred to as fine gold. It consists of 99.7% pure gold.

Proof gold is over 99.95% pure gold and is not generally not available for jewellery, but really is used for standardaization purposes.

The designations 18k, 14k, or 10k indicate how much pure gold is present in the mix.

To illustrate, 24k gold consists of 24 parts of pure gold which equals 24/24 = 100%.

18 k gold contains 18 parts gold and 6 parts of another metal, or 18/24 gold which equals 75% gold.

14 k gold contains 14 parts gold and 10 parts of another metal(s), or 58.3% gold.

10 k gold contains 10 parts gold and 14 parts another metal(s), or 41.7% gold.

In the US, 10k gold is the minimum karat designation that can still be called 'GOLD'.

In karated gold, there is a known proportion of metals in the non-gold percentage. These metals provide the various colors and hardness of karated golds. See colours of Gold next.

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I3: Inclusions which are obvious face-up to the unaided eye. Color G-H (GH). Good make.

I2: Inclusions which are easily seen face-up to the unaided eye. Color G-H (GH). Good make.

I1: Inclusions which may be seen face-up to the unaided eye. Color G-L (GH, IJ, KL). Good to Very Good make.

SI2/SI3: Slight Inclusions which are very easily seen under a 10X loupe. Color G-L (GH, IJ, KL). Good to Very Good make.

SI1: Slight Inclusions which are easily seen under a 10X loupe. Color G-H (GH). Very Good make.

VS: Very Slight Inclusions which may be difficult to see under a 10X loupe. Color F+-H (F+, GH). Very Good make.

VQ1: VS-SI1, Color GHI, Very good make.

VQ2: SI2-3, Color GHI, Very good make.

VQ3: I1-2, Color GHI, Good make.

Naturally occuring diamonds - those formed underground in the earth, and are subsequently mined / removed - are rare, taking billions of years to form.

While the four C's information helps you to identify the quality of the diamond individualy, it is the combination of these four characteristics that actually determines the diamond's rarity, and its value - or price.

The selection of specifications & characteristics based on the 4 C's therefore helps with determining the value.It also provides you with the opportunity to select a diamond with the characteristics that are most important to you!

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and you ought to select that diamond which suits your style, and budget!

You may send us an email or use click here for the form which guides you on the information that is required.

Key information such as Metal Type & Quality, Gemstons, Size, Design, Budget, and any other photo references that helps with an understanding of your vision must be submitted so that a custom quote will be provided.

We may contact you for further information, and an email with an estimate will be sent over to you.

Moissanite is not a substitute for diamond, either scientifically, chemically or emotionally.

The Charles & Colvard created moissanite is a unique gem with its own set of chemical and optical properties that exhibit more fire and brilliance than any other gemstone.

Charles & Colvard’s Forever One™ is formed from a specific structural configuration of silicon carbide, ensuring that no matter what Forever One grade is chosen, the stone will be more brilliant than any other gemstone.

Perfecting the gemstone it created 20 years ago, Charles & Colvard’s Forever One™ Moissanite is breathless and classic. More brilliant than a diamond, these man-made gemstones are as stunning as they are affordable. Charles & Colvard’s Forever One™ is offered in two grades, DEF colorless, and its equally stunning, GHI near-colorless. As the original creator of created moissanite, Charles & Colvard holds its gemstones to the highest standard.

Pure gold has a hue that's oddly enough, reddish, yellowish. And that's 24k.

Any other colour therefore is a lower ‪or different carat‬.

The most common colour of gold is ‪Yellow Gold‬. This is an alloy of Silver and Copper, and sometimes zinc.

Adjusting the proportions of the non-gold or non-precious metals provides the various colours of gold. For example:

White Gold: Gold + Copper + Nickel (or palladium), zinc
Rose/Red Gold: Gold + Copper
Green Gold: Gold + Silver
Grey Gold: Gold + Iron + Copper

Other properties are also impacted during the alloying process, such as hardness, strength, corrosion resistance, workability, and ductility. It is important to understand how the alloy will be used and therefore how the alloy will be composed.

‪White Gold‬ consists of an alloy of gold and another 'white' metal. The acutal colour of 'White' gold is pale yellow to brown, and in order to get a very white gold, it is plated with Rhodium, which ironically hides the real white gold colour.

There is even black gold which includes oxidation and sometimes amorphous carbon.

Gemstones maybe formed naturally beneath the earth, or may be created in the lab.

Naturally occuring stones and lab created ones are physically, chemically and optically identical to each other, with minor exceptions - flaws.

Lab created stones have fewer flaws, and are less expensive versus stones which are mined.

Naturally occuring stones, are considered rarer, and are mined, resulting in a higher value - and price. These include, but are not limited to diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, rubies and opals.

Gemstones created in the lab have compositions identical to naturally grown gemstones - they are real.

Silver, abbreviated Ag on the periodic table, is a naturally occurring metal. In its purest form, silver is soft, very malleable, and is easily damaged, so to be used for jewellery making, it is alloyed with other metals which helps with the durability.

A variety of metals can be used for alloying purposes, however copper is primarily used as the shine and colour of silver is maintained while improving its durability. Sterling Silver, so named as the Brits were paid in Esterling coins from Germany (in the twelfth century), and based on quality, adopted this as the standard for British coins.

92.5% silver and 7.5% copper is the standard for .925 or sterling silver!

In the jewellery industry the mark .925, 92.5, or sterling is used to denote this combination. Fashion jewellery or other items simply called silver is ambiguous since it does not specify the ratio of metals used in the alloy. Fine silver is 99.9% silver, American Coin Silver is 90% silver, and Continental Silver, which is used in tableware and hollowware, is 80% silver.

These are the international standards for articles, including jewellery, that are made using precious metals.

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Solid gold jewellery is made from pure gold - it comes from the earth - with some other metal. It is generally alloyed and is based on karatage.

The entire piece of jewellery is made from this karated gold.

Qirat Jewellery uses only Solid Gold. Your jewellery is NEVER Gold Plated or Gold Filled.

Generally we work with 14k or 18k Yellow Gold, White Gold and Rose Gold. Lower karat gold (10k at a minimum) is offered upon request, and for some specialized items.

See more - Gold General

Cut does not equal shape.

Cut actually determines Brilliance, Fire and Scintillation of the Diamond.

Brilliance: Combination of all of the white light reflected from the surface and the inside of the a diamond

Fire: Flashes of color you see in a polished diamond

Scintillation: Flashes of light you see when the diamond, the light, or the observer moves

These properties are determined due to the diamond's facets which impacts how light is returned.

For the best results, proportions of its facets, symmetry, the relationship of its weight to its diameter, girdle thickness, and quality of its polish have to come together in just the right way.

Once a customer submits payment to initiate a custom design to be drafted, the design charge is non refundable.

Custom jewellery items will not be cast and manufactured until the customer approves the drawings in writing or via email.

Once the customer approves the drawings, the custom item is not eligible for return or replacement.

Qirat Jewellery owns all designs, renderings, drawings and models submitted to or created by our employees and/or our designers.

We reserve the right to market, share and distribute any and all designs and images, whether in whole or part.

Please note, customized jewellery may differ slightly from the photos, images or renders on the site.

For more information on Custom Orders please view Terms & Conditions, CUSTOM ORDERS

Basically the lab is used to replicate the process that occurs naturally beneath the earth - of course over a shorter period of time - i.e. a few millions of years less - with the same mineral composition.

It is a complicated process that may be done using several methods. The type of method used to create the stone therefore impacts signficantly on its quality. The cost of creating the stone within a lab is still however significantly less that when mined even though it is done in a shorter timeframe.

It is not easy to tell the difference between the two stones. In fact, becasue the lab envirornment is controlled, including the application of minerals, heat and pressure, Lab-created stones are nearly perfect in appearance, and the main distinction with these stones are imperfections and inclusions.

Lab Created stones typically have fewer inclusions from the crystallization process, versus their naturally occuring counterpartws which often contains other minerals and gases present from the formation of the stones naturaly.

A diamond’s color is measured using the GIA® D-to-Z diamond color grading system and is the most widely used and accepted system for grading.

The evaluation of diamonds is based on the absence of colour (colourless is the most valuable diamond)

Above, from left to right, the colour grade shows diamonds with the colour grade D - H - N - Z.

The scale begins with the letter D, representing colorless, and continues with increasing presence of color to the letter Z, or light yellow or brown.

The lack of color is measured in degrees based on comparisons with masterstones, made while viewing under controlled lighting and conditions. This means that regardless of where in the world the diamond is graded it will be under the same conditions and should receive the same grade.

Color distinctions are not easy to determine and is invisible to the untrained eye.

Alloying gold with Silver generally increases its strength and hardness, with some reduction in malleability and ductility.

The silver atom is slightly larger than gold, so alloying gold with silver gives a moderate improvement in strength and hardness. The copper atom is significantly smaller than gold and distorts the gold crystal lattice, thereby strengthening gold moreso than when alloyed with silver.

Reducing the karatage of gold results in stronger and harder alloys, however any reduction in karatage less than 18k does not provide significant changes in stregnth or hardness.

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Charles & Colvard Forever One moissanite is a triumph of art, science and sustained effort. The structural configuration of this new moissanite material is what yields its unsurpassed, colorless (D-E-F) quality. While chemically it is still silicon carbide (SiC), and its optical and hardness properties remain the same, it is the stacking of SiC material in the manufacturing process that makes Forever One moissanite unlike any of its predecessors. Through its research and development efforts working with Forever One, Charles & Colvard has developed a second grade of Forever One, in G-H-I quality*. This near colorless gemstone emits a faint, icy hue compared to its Forever Brilliant predecessor, which yields a warm hue. This new, near-colorless gemstone is only currently available in limited quantities on the Charles & ColvardÂ® e-commerce website, www.charlesandcolvard.com. Forever Brilliant moissanite falls within the prized, near-colorless G-H-I range. Forever Brilliant was developed through improvements to the crystal growing process from the original brand of Charles & Colvard created moissanite also known as Forever Classic. Forever Classic offers subtle color shades in the J - K range of the industry color scale, with faint undertones of green, yellow or gray. Forever One D-E-F, Forever Brilliant and Forever Classic moissanite gemstones and jewelry will continue to be made available to wholesale distributors, manufacturers, retailers, TV shopping networks and designers. *Based on the Gemological Institute of America's diamond grading scale.

Over the years, we have grown and culled our network of reputable sources for diamonds and gemstones which enables us to offer an assortment of stones with varying specifications.

Even with this, it is still impossible to have access to every single gemstone immediately, or at any point in time.

By including Diamonds or Gemestones, the item is immediately categorized as a Custom Order and is non-returnable or non-refundable.

Loose Diamonds or Gemstones are non-returnable and non-refundable.

Gold filled metal refers to a metal with a bonded layer of metal (usually 100 times thicker than plated gold), to a base metal that is NOT gold, such as Silver or even Brass.

A "sandwich" is formed by mechanically bonding a layer of gold on both sides of the base metal.

The result is a metal that is quite durable, however the base metal is not Gold as as such it is much less expensive due to its composition and 'quantity' of gold present.

We do NOT work with or offer Gold Filled Jewellery.

When ordering a ring, you would need to select your Ring Size.

The best way to determine this is at a jewellery store, since this is done professionally. You may also purchase a ring sizer (we have available for sale) or other estimates which are available online, however it is important to note that we are not responsible for an incorrect size.

The ability to resize the ring following purchase varies, since every ring is made to order, and is highly dependent upon the design. We may not alter the size of the ring following completion since this may compromise the integrity of the ring and therefore we will treat every request on a case-by-case basis.

Please contact us with any questions concerning ring sizes or resizing at michael@qiratjewellery.com.

Gold plated metal has a thin layer of gold deposited over a base metal that is NOT gold such as Silver or Brass.

By electrically charging the base metal with a solution of Gold and the base metal, a thin layer is applied to the base metal. Jewellery is Gold-Plated when gold is electroplated with a minimum thickness of 1/2 micron (20 millionths of an inch) of Gold.

Given the process and result, this metal has the lowest composition of the precious metal, and is therefore the least expensive. it however looses the shine quickly and because the layer of gold is not very thick, scratches may remove the layer of gold which exposes the base metal, which based on its properties, may be reactive, and therefore can react to chemicals and natural elements, often changing its colour.

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Artificial gemstones imitate the color or look of natural gemstones.

The chemical composition and optical properties are very different than its natural gemstone counterpart. It can be made from any material really - even glass, often cz and other minerals - may be used to replicate the appearance of the gemstone.

In some cases, they natural minerals are used to mimic the colour of the gemstone.

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It is important to consider : import duties, taxes, and charges. These are not included in the item price or shipping cost.

These charges are the buyer's responsibility solely.

In order to determine the additional costs you would need to do your own research which may include the buyer's country's customs office prior to purchase/ delivery.

Clarity is graded based on the absence of inclusions or blemishes on the diamond.

Internal characteristics: Inclusions

External characteristics: Blemishes.

Naturally occuring diamonds are formed over hundreds of years, and as such there are marks. Diamonds are evaluated based on the quantity, size, relief, nature, position of these characteristics, and how they affect the appearance of the diamond. The fewer incusions or blemishes, the rarer the diamond, and the higher the value.

The grades are as follows:

FL, IF Diamonds Flawless: No internal or external flaws Internally Flawless: No internal flaws

VVS1, VVS2 Diamonds Very, very slightly included: Very difficult to see inclusions under 10X magnification

VS1, VS2

Diamonds Very, slightly included: Inclusions are not typically visible to the unaided eye

SI1, SI2

Diamonds Slightly included: Inclusions are visible under 10X magnification and may be visible with the unaided eye

I1, I2, I3 Diamonds Included: Inclusions are visible with the unaided eye

These inclusions generally cannot be viewed with the naked eye.

In addition to color, cut, and clarity, carat weight directly correlates to price of the diamond.

The rarer the diamond, the higher its value (or price). Larger diamonds are fewer in nature, and the demand is higher.

1 Carat = 200 milligrams

1 Point = 0.01 carat = 1/100 of a carat

Diamonds of equal weight are not necessarily the same size.

Different proportions and depths will result in different size and weight combinations.

The carat, the standard unit of weight for diamonds and other gemstones, takes its name from the carob seed.

In the olden days, carob seeds generally were quite uniformed and so gem traders used this with their scales.The modern metric carat, equal to 0.2 grams, was adopted by the United States in 1913 and other countries soon after.

Carats are fairly consistent weights across the world.

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Every piece of jewellery created is unique the specifications vary. In general, jewellery is delicate and it is important that you take the necessary care to enjoy your jewellery for many years to come.

We work only with solid gold (never plated or filled) and sterling silver.

You may clean jewellery purchased from this site with a polishing cloth.

Sterling Silver has the propensiy to tarnish (darken) with everyday use and wear. By gently wiping the surface of the jewellery using the polishing cloth, you are able to remove the tarnish.

Using any polishing cloth or cleaning solutions, including jewellery cleaners is at your own risk, and may cause permanent damage to your jewellery.

The same applies to gemstones.

Over time, gemstones tarnish, and based on the variety of stones offered, there is no way to ascertain whether these gemstones are able to withstand the harsh chemicals or cleanding soluions.

We reiterate that the use of such techniques to clean your gemstones is at the sole risk of the buyer. It is notable that the majority of gemstones are not able to withstand the force of cleaning agents, polishing cloths or ultrasonic cleaners.

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We may, but have no obligation to, monitor, edit or remove content that we determine in our discretion to be unlawful, offensive, threatening, libelous, defamatory, pornographic, obscene or otherwise objectionable or violates any party’s intellectual property rights or these Terms of Service.

You agree that your comments will not violate any right of any third-party, including but not limited to copyright, trademark, privacy, personality or other personal or proprietary right. You also agree that your comments will not contain libelous or otherwise unlawful, abusive or obscene material, or contain any computer virus, spyware or other malware that could in any way affect the operation of the Service or any related website. You may not use a false e-mail address, pretend to be someone other than yourself, or otherwise mislead us or third-parties as to the origin of any comments you make. You are solely responsible for any comments you make and their accuracy. We take no responsibility and assume no liability for any comments posted by you or any third-party.

A simple tool that may be purchased through qiratjewellery and is readily available is the Ring Sizer or Gauge.

It measures from Size 1 to 13, and includes half sizes. It is important to note that while this is yet another method for the measurement of your finger, the best way to determine size is to visit your local jewellery store.

Once the custom designed ring is created, using the size that was submitted, it may not be possible to resize the ring based on the design. This is generally case with jewellery that utilizes gemstones.

We do not disclose personal information that is collected about customers, except as described in the Policy.  At times we may share information about customers with other third parties for those parties’ own purposes, such as to offer products or services that may interest you. In addition, we may disclose information about you (i) if we are required to do so by law or other legal requirement, (ii) to law enforcement authorities or other government officials, and (iii) when we believe disclosure is necessary to prevent physical harm or financial loss, or in connection with an investigation of suspected or actual fraudulent/illegal activity. We also reserve the right to transfer personal information we have about you in the event we sell or transfer all or a portion of our business or assets (this includes but is not limited to a reorganization, dissolution or liquidation).

Some content, products and services available via our Service may include materials from third-parties.

Third party content may appear on the Site or may be accessible via links from the Site, and are not affiliated with us.

We are not responsible for examining or evaluating the content or accuracy and we do not warrant and will not have any liability or responsibility for any third-party materials or websites, or for any other materials, products, or services from third-parties. We are not responsible for and assume no liability for any mistakes, misstatements of law, defamation, omissions, falsehood, obscenity, pornography or profanity in the statements, opinions, representations or any other form of content on the Site.

We are not liable for any harm or damages related to the purchase or use of goods, services, resources, content, or any other transactions made in connection with any third-party websites.

You understand that the information and opinions of the third party provider and the content does not necessarily represent the views of us, nor is it endorsed by us, and is a representation solely of the third party provider.

It is your responsibility to review carefully the third-party's policies and practices. It is your responsibility to understand such policies and practices, and all other third-party related information before you engage in any transaction.

Complaints, claims, concerns, or questions regarding third-party products should be directed to the third-party.

The Site may also contain advertising sponsorships and third party vendors.

Advertisers and sponsors are responsible for ensuring that material submitted for inclusion on the Site is accurate and complies with applicable laws. We are not responsible for the illegality or any error, inaccuracy or problem in the advertiser's, sponsor's, or vendor's materials.

For your convenience and information, our websites and apps may provide links to non- Qirat or Inspired by Mady sites, apps and services that may be operated by third party companies not affiliated with Qirat Jewellery. These companies may have their own privacy notices or policies, which we strongly suggest you review. Our products and services also may be made available to you through third-party platforms (such as providers of app stores) or through other third-party channels. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third party organisation.

Enhanced color diamonds are done through one or two methods, irradiation or high pressure/high temperature (HPHT)..

Irradiation is used for the Aqua Blue and Teal Blue Diamonds

Irradiated Diamonds

Irradiated enhanced color diamonds, like all diamonds, are known for their non-reactivity, hardness, durability, and resistance to general wear and tear.They do not change over time and require no special attention in daily use.

Care is needed once exposed to high temperatures, usually when the jewellery is being repaired. As such, the stone needs to be protected from direct exposure to high temperatures.

Irradiated enhanced colored diamonds may be set in various ways including channel-set, prong-set, invisible-set, bezel-set, flush-set or used in pavé. A major exception is the wax setting due to the high temperatures involved.

HPHT Diamonds

HPHT enhanced colored diamonds require the least care and are known for their hardness and durability, and are resistant to general wear and tear. They require no special attention in daily use, and can also be subjected to high temperatures. As such, in addition to most settings, HPHT Diamons may also be wax set.

You may review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time at this page.

We reserve the right to update, amend, or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check our website periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to our website following the posting of any changes to these Terms of Service constitutes acceptance of those changes.

We do not stock any item and all pieces are made to order.

While we try our best to complete and fulfil orders in the shortest timeframe, we cannot guarantee the delivery date which may range from 2 days to 2 weeks, and may also be out of our contol.

Furthermore, some pieces, specifically custom designed diamond engagement rings / wedding rings, can take up to 2-4 weeks to complete / receive.

If you require your piece by a defined date, including expedited shipping, please let us know by emailing us at michael@qiratjewellery.com with the details. We will certainlly try our best to accommodate your requests, and will communicate the expected timeframe.

We appreciate your understanding and patience.

If you are opposed to the collection of data as outlined, you may contact us using the contact information provided in the notice, highlighting your objection to the data collection and make an explicit request to cease data collection where possible as outlined in the Policy. Where provided by law, you may withdraw any consent you previously provided or object at any time on legitimate grounds to the processing of your personal information, and we will apply your preferences going forward. Qirat Jewellery is committed to the privacy of our customers and respects their choices as it relates to personal information.

The failure of us to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

These Terms of Service and any policies or operating rules posted by us on this site or in respect to The Service constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between you and us and govern your use of the Service, superseding any prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and us (including, but not limited to, any prior versions of the Terms of Service).

Any ambiguities in the interpretation of these Terms of Service shall not be construed against the drafting party.

Natural fancy grey diamonds consist of a neutral color whose iterations are quite diverse. Blue is usually the most common overtone found in grey diamonds.

GIA defines the official colour grades as:

light grey, fancy light grey, fancy grey, fancy dark grey, and fancy deep grey.

Natural Grey diamonds are formed with the inclusion of foreign elements during its formation, particularly hydrogen. It is notable that both Grey and Blue diamonds are semiconductors of electricity compared with colourless diamonds which are non-conductors.

The obligations and liabilities of the parties incurred prior to the termination date shall survive the termination of this agreement for all purposes.

These Terms of Service are effective unless and until terminated by either you or us. You may terminate these Terms of Service at any time by notifying us that you no longer wish to use our Services, or when you cease using our site. If in our sole judgment you fail, or we suspect that you have failed, to comply with any term or provision of these Terms of Service, we also may terminate this agreement at any time without notice and you will remain liable for all amounts due up to and including the date of termination; and/or accordingly may deny you access to our Services (or any part thereof).

You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Qirat Fine Jewellery, affiliates, partners, officers, directors, agents, contractors, licensors, service providers, subcontractors, suppliers, interns and employees, harmless from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, made by any third-party due to or arising out of your breach of these Terms of Service or the documents they incorporate by reference, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third-party.

We do not guarantee, represent or warrant that your use of our service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure or error-free.

We do not warrant that the results that may be obtained from the use of the service will be accurate or reliable.

You agree that from time to time we may remove the service for indefinite periods of time or cancel the service at any time, without notice to you.

You expressly agree that your use of, or inability to use, the service is at your sole risk. The site and all products and services delivered to you through the site are (except as expressly stated by us) provided 'as is' and 'as available' for your use, without any representation, warranties or conditions of any kind, either express or implied, including all implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, merchantable quality, fitness for a particular purpose, durability, title, and non-infringement.

In no case shall Qirat Fine Jewellery, our directors, officers, employees, affiliates, agents, contractors, interns, suppliers, service providers or licensors be liable for any injury, loss, claim, or any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, or consequential damages of any kind, including, without limitation lost profits, lost revenue, lost savings, loss of data, replacement costs, or any similar damages, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability or otherwise, arising from your use of our service or any products procured using our site, or for any other claim related in any way to your use of our site, including, but not limited to, any errors or omissions in any content, or any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of the service or any content (or product) posted, transmitted, or otherwise made available via the service, even if advised of their possibility. Because some states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or the limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages,in such states or jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Round-Shaped Stones Measured across the widest point.

Square-Shaped Stones Measured vertically from the top to the bottom and horizontally from side to side (Includes Antique, Princess-cut and Square, Step-cut shapes).

Rectangle-Shaped Stones Measured vertically from the top to the bottom, and across the widest part (Includes Octagon, Cushion, and Antique Cushion shapes).

Pear-Shaped Stones Measured vertically from the top to the point, and across the widest part.

Triangle/trillion-Shaped Stones Measured vertically from the base to the point.

In addition to other prohibitions as set forth in the Terms of Service, you are prohibited from using the site or its content: (a) for any unlawful purpose; (b) to solicit others to perform or participate in any unlawful acts; (c) to violate any international, federal, provincial or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances; (d) to infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others; (e) to harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation,religion, ethnicity, race, age, national origin, or disability; (f) to submit false or misleading information; (g) to upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code that will or may be used in any way that will affect the functionality or operation of the Service or of any related website, other websites, or the Internet; (h) to collect or track the personal information of others; (i) to spam, phish, pharm, pretext, spider, crawl, or scrape; (j) for any obscene or immoral purpose; or (k) to interfere with or circumvent the security features of the site or any related website, other websites, or the Internet. We reserve the right to terminate your use of the site or any related website for violating any of the prohibited uses.

In the event that any provision of these Terms of Service is determined to be unlawful, void or unenforceable, such provision shall nonetheless be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, and the unenforceable portion shall be deemed to be severed from these Terms of Service, such determination shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any other remaining provisions.

The content, organization, graphics, design, compilation, magnetic translation, digital conversion and other matters related to the Site are protected under applicable copyrights and other proprietary (including but not limited to intellectual property) rights.

The copying, redistribution, use or publication by you of any such matters or any part of the Site is strictly prohibited. You do not acquire ownership rights to any content, document or other materials viewed through the Site.

The posting of information or materials on the Site does not constitute a waiver of any right in such information and materials. Some of the content on the site is the copyrighted work of third parties.

We do not stock any item and all pieces are made to order.

While we try our best to complete and fulfil orders in the shortest timeframe, we cannot guarantee the delivery date which may range from 2 days to 2 weeks, and may also be out of our contol.

Furthermore, some pieces, specifically custom designed diamond engagement rings / wedding rings, can take up to 2-4 weeks to complete / receive.

We appreciate your understanding and patience.

Qirat Jewellery prides itself on the quality of products it sells. We would like you to be happy with your purchase, however, you may at times want to return merchandise for an exchange, credit or refund.

Returning an item to Qirat is simple.

All returns must arrive at our office within 30 days from the invoice date. Items arriving after this time will be subjected to a restocking fee. All items must be returned in original condition with all original packaging and materials, including but limited to cloths, pouches, envelopes and boxes. We will not accept returned items that are shipped improperly packaged. Failure to return the original diamond certificate (when applicable) will void your return. All items being returned are to be insured.

Qirat will not be held responsible for any item damaged during shipping or lost in transit.

All returned items will be reviewed for any damage, wear, alteration, engraving, setting or resizing (by a jeweller other than Qirat Fine Jewellery) that occurred after the item was shipped to the customer. If we determine that an item has been altered in any way, the item will not be accepted for return, and will be shipped back to you at your cost.

If an item is accepted for return (or an order is cancelled), Qirat will issue a full refund, exchange, or credit within 10-20 business days. The exchange of an item does not extend the original return policy, which means the replacement item may be returned within 30 days from the original invoice date.

An order may be cancelled within 1 business day of placing the order. After that time, an order cannot be cancelled but may be returned within your 30 day return period for refund, credit, or exchange.

Sale items and custom items such as custom rings, custom jewellery or any other special order cannot be returned or cancelled. Additionally design deposits, custom order fees, customization fees, engraving fees and shipping fees are non-refundable.

If we cancel a sale after checkout, we will refund the fee based the price listed on the check out receipt in the same manner as payment was made. For example, Visa payment will be credited to the same Visa card only.

In the event that we make a change to or cancel an order, we will attempt to notify you by contacting the e-mail and/or billing address/phone number provided at the time the order was made.