I personally stand behind all my merchandise and offer a money back guaranty, for any reason that you are not satisfied (see terms under ordering information and return policy). You may also want to familiarize yourself with the manufacturing methods we use on our product lines for a better understanding of what your purchasing. On new jewelry and reproductions each item is inspected for any defects and is then carefully packaged and customers have a 7 day from date of receipt return for any reason policy.

Previously owned, estate and consignments are sold in 'as is condition'. We describe and note any wear or previous repairs to the item as best as possible, however where your purchasing an item that is antique or previously owned we can not offer any sort of warranty beyond your 7 days right to return.

In my antique, vintage and estate jewelry all gems have been tested to determine natural, synthetic or imitations. Items without an identifiable hallmark are acid tested for gold and metal content. In the description of each of these items it will state any of the above applicable information only when the jewelry is in less than good condition or if the gemstones are not natural. 
 

Gold alloy & metals disclosure for the filigree 'made to order' filigree line and reproduction wedding bands:

The 14k white gold used is a low nickel content alloy which is less brittle and  more flexible to work with on intricate filigree designs. In it's unfinished state it is a soft white color with a slight yellow tint. We do rhodium plate all white gold finished jewelry if you order your mounting to be set with a stone or sized by us. On mountings ordered without stones or sizing the plating will not be applied, but can be done by the jeweler who will be doing the finish work. All white gold is not created equal so anytime you order rings to be worn as a set that are made from 3 different manufacturer's, the metals may not be an exact match. There can even be a difference in metal tone when rings are made in separate productions runs. Rhodium plating your rings at the same time is recommended if you find they are not matching to your satisfaction. Rhodium plating will also wear off in time but can easily and inexpensively be re-applied as needed.

In platinum, 950 Platinum/cobalt alloy is used it is best for color & casting characteristics.

Although not a listed option many mountings can be cast in 14k red/rose or green gold. The color of the alloy is a rose/pink gold  or for green gold yellow with a greenish tint and costs approximately an additional 10%.

Disclosure of Gemstone Treatments:

Enhancement is defined as any treatment process other than cutting and polishing that improves the appearance, durability, or availability of a gemstone. A large portion of colored gemstones on the market today have undergone some form of treatment. These enhancement processes are permanent, stable and safe, and do not affect the quality and in most instances the value of the gemstone. In fact, often with such enhancement processes, like heating, the natural beauty of the stone is much improved. We will make note of any stone treated by a non-industry accepted manner or if the treatment or process is not permanent.

AA=    Eye clean, medium gold to slightly orange, little or no color zoning, good cut.

AA=  Eye clean, medium /dark, red/orange brown, good cut.

 
Rhodolite Garnet

AA=    Eye clean, medium / dark, raspberry to plum, good cut.

              

 Mystic Topaz

Mystic topaz begins as clear, white topaz. It undergoes a process called vacuum deposition, where a titanium coating is applied permently to the  pavillion (back of the gem). The coating is dificult to scratch, it is however protected by the setting.

 Green aka peacock, AA=  Medium light green with purple and pink hues.

   Pure pink, AA=  Medium to medium dark vibrant pink.

    Sunrise, AA=  Medium light orangy yellow with pink hues.

Green Tourmaline

  

 

 

AAA=  Eye clean to slight imperfections, light to medium yellowish green, good cut.

   AA=  Eye clean to slight imperfections, medium yellowish green, good cut.

Man made, slightly tinted yellow (I-K in color), good cut, very high dispersion.