Disclaimer

General Disclaimer

The information provided by JewelryStorm (“https://www.jewelrystorm.com”) is for general informational and educational purposes only. All information on the site is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the site.

The use of any information or tools from this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It shall be your responsibility to ensure that any information or tools available through this website meet your specific requirements and circumstances.

Not a Professional Appraisal, Certification, or Financial Advice

JewelryStorm is a jewelry reference and tools resource, not a gemological laboratory, appraiser, or financial adviser. Content and tools on JewelryStorm, including ring size converters, gemstone and diamond calculators, gold and metal purity helpers, and birthstone references, are for educational and informational purposes only. Jewelry values, gemstone identifications, metal assessments, and tool estimates are general educational information only and are NOT a professional appraisal, gemological certification, or investment or financial advice of any kind, and are not a substitute for professional evaluation. Always consult a certified gemologist or accredited appraiser — such as a professional credentialed by the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) — for formal valuations, gemstone grading, and authentication before buying, selling, insuring, or investing.

Verify With a Certified Professional When Needed

Buying guidance, calculator results, and reference information on JewelryStorm is informational only and may be incomplete or out of date. Gemstone properties, metal markets, and grading standards vary and change over time, and every stone and piece is different. Before you make significant decisions — a major purchase, a sale, an insurance valuation, or an authentication — you should use your own judgment and confirm anything important with a certified gemologist or appraiser. Prices, purity, carat weights, and gemstone identifications depend on many factors; always do your own due diligence and rely on a professional evaluation for anything of consequence.

Tool Accuracy and Limitations

Calculation Accuracy

Our jewelry calculators and tools provide estimates based on the figures you enter, common conventions for metal purity and gemstone properties, and widely accepted sizing and weight references. Results should be used as starting points and general guides, not absolute values, guaranteed prices, or a substitute for a certified appraisal or grading report.

Factors Affecting Accuracy

Actual results may vary significantly due to:

• Individual Pieces: The exact metal alloy, gemstone quality, cut, and condition of a specific piece, and how each affects value and measurements.
• Market Conditions: Precious-metal spot prices and gemstone demand shift constantly, so any price context is only a snapshot.
• Grading Differences: Color, clarity, cut, and carat assessments vary between labs and graders and require professional equipment.
• Measurement Factors: Self-reported figures, rounding, estimation, and differences between estimated and actual numbers.

Our Recommendations

For best results:

• Use tool results as starting points and general guides, not absolute values.
• Always consider the specific metal, gemstone, and condition of your piece.
• Check important decisions with a certified gemologist or appraiser before you act.
• Consult trusted references and professionals for specific questions.
• Compare multiple sources to improve future decisions.

Not Professional Advice

JewelryStorm tools and content do not constitute:

• Appraisals or Valuations: Any price context is general only and is not a formal appraisal. Confirm value with an accredited appraiser.
• Gemological Certification: Our content never replaces a laboratory grading report or professional gemstone identification.
• Investment or Financial Advice: Nothing here is a recommendation to buy, sell, or invest in gemstones, precious metals, or jewelry.
• Guaranteed Outcomes: Calculator outputs are general estimates only and are not a guarantee of any value, purity, or grading result.

Consider consulting a qualified professional for:

• Formal valuations and insurance appraisals
• Gemstone identification, grading, and authentication
• Precious-metal testing and hallmark verification
• Buying, selling, or investing in high-value pieces
• Repairs, resizing, or restoration of valuable jewelry

No Warranty

JewelryStorm expressly disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that our tools, calculations, or information are error-free, accurate, or complete, or that our website will be available without interruption at all times.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall JewelryStorm be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including without limitation damages for any financial loss, lost savings, use, or data arising out of or related to your use of our tools and services.

User Responsibility

By using JewelryStorm tools and services, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You will use your own judgment, and consult a qualified professional, when applying our information to a specific piece or purchase.
• You will verify calculation results and seek additional sources of information before making important decisions.
• You are responsible for obtaining a professional appraisal or grading report for any valuation, authentication, or high-value transaction.
• You assume all risks associated with buying, selling, and caring for jewelry, and the use of our tools and information.

External Links Disclaimer

The site may contain links to other websites or content originating from third parties. Such external links are not investigated, monitored, or checked for accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness by us. We do not warrant, endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any information offered by third-party websites linked through the site.

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Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of our website and tools after any changes indicates your acceptance of the modified disclaimer.

Contact Us

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