JEWELRY EDUCATION

Find The Perfect Gift At TheArmak 

At TheArmak , it is our mission to take the mystery out of your purchase by offering only the finest quality fine jewelry available, along with expert guidance and education. Our jewelry is crafted with superior materials and inspected against exceptional quality standards.

 Earring Guide

Whether an everyday pair or an opulent collector’s piece, earrings are essential to a jewelry collection. Use our easy guide to determine what style you’re looking for; then explore our meticulously selected assortment to find everything from timeless diamond or pearl studs to fashionable hoops to gorgeous, feminine drop earring styles.

Necklace Guide

Fashionable gift, romantic gesture or special occasion, necklaces are a timeless addition to a jewelry collection. Learn about different styles and how to choose the right length in our necklace buying guide, then shop for brilliant diamond pendants, classic pearl strands, rainbow-hued gemstones and more in our outstanding collection.

Bracelet Guide

From classic to on-trend, our timeless bracelet collection offers styles to fit every occasion. Explore our quick guide to learn about varied styles, then shop for diamond tennis bracelets, classic pearls, colorful gemstones, gold bangles and more.

EARRINGS

Earrings make the perfect gift because they are always the right fit. The most basic jewelry wardrobe piece, she may leave the house without a bracelet, but she’s almost always wearing earrings.

Most earring styles go with anything, adding style to anything she wears. The wide variety of earring types, sizes, and prices available makes it easy to find the perfect pair for a gift. She’ll remember you every time she wears them.

 Studs

Because they’re small, stud earrings are easy to wear. They go as easily with a cocktail dress as they do with jeans. 

 Hoops

Platinum, gold, or silver hoops give a feminine touch, and precious metals go with anything. For added sparkle, choose a pair with diamonds. Prices start at around $29 for silver hoops.

 Drops

Drop earrings are made to dangle below their setting. Swaying with movement, they can add an elegant touch. Pearl, diamond, and gemstone drop earrings are available in various settings.

Earrings As Gifts

Diamond studs are the perfect gift for an important occasion. If she is more fashionable and follows the trends, give her princess-cut diamond studs, but if she dresses in classic styles, give round diamond studs or cultured pearl studs.

Even if she has several pairs of earrings already, she’ll love to add a pair of beautiful hoop earrings to her rotation. Most women have a preference of the color of precious metals they wear, so look at her other jewelry to see what she prefers.

If studs and hoops are too predictable, silver earrings are available in a variety of fashionable styles. Other earring styles include colorful gemstone or lively dangling designs.

View our essential earrings for a list of earrings every woman should have. Or view these earrings for a gift to fit your budget:

Earrings under $100

Earrings under $250

Earrings under $500

NECKLACES

The right necklace or pendant will add style to anything she wears. In addition to being a fashionable gift, giving her a necklace gives you the opportunity to perform the classically romantic gesture of putting it around her neck for the first time.

In general, a necklace is defined as any type of chain or length of precious metal or gems. They are also available in pendant styles that feature a single diamond, gemstone, fine metal design, or pearl, usually suspended from a chain. A pearl strand is a length of closely strung pearls.

Metal Chains

Chains go with everything. A fine platinum chain in a choker length will add just a touch of shine. Consider giving her an 18-inch, sterling silver or 18k gold chain to add an element of visual interest to her wardrobe.

Necklaces

Necklaces come in an assortment of styles including heavier chains, links, and braids. Some necklaces feature a fixed set of diamonds or gemstones, where others have stones that run their entire length. Pendants feature diamonds, gemstones, or fine metal designs that are suspended from a chain..

Pearl Strands

Pearl strands are an essential element to a woman’s jewelry wardrobe. She can wear one with a dress to create a classy look.

Solitaire Pendants

The simple design of a solitaire pendant allows all the attention to focus on a beautiful diamond,pearl, or gemstone. These timeless pieces can be worn with a dress or with jeans. Our Build Your Own Diamond Pendant feature allows you to select a diamond and setting to create a unique piece of jewelry.

Chain Types

 Choose The Right Length

When selecting a necklace or pendant, consider that the length will determine where it will lie on her chest.

 16 in. Choker length:
Just above collarbones. Emphasizes her neckline.

18 in. Princess length:
Hangs over collarbones. The most common length.

24 in. Opera length:
Over blouse or dress. A dramatic length.

 Buyer’s Tip

At Armak , we measure the length of the necklace from end to end, including the clasp.

Necklaces & Pendants As Gifts

Many women start out with a strand of faux-pearls, so a strand of freshwater pearls makes a very nice gift for a young woman. If you have a special occasion like a birthday or your first wedding anniversary, consider a solitaire pendant featuring a pearl or diamond. For a very special occasion like a five- or ten-year anniversary, you might give Akoya pearls, which are the most beautiful white pearls available. She’ll remember the occasion every time she wears the gift.

If it’s a gift for a fun occasion, like a vacation or a promotion, consider a pendant featuring an 18k gold, platinum, or sterling silver design – these are fashion pieces just for fun.

View our Essential Necklaces for a list of necklaces every woman should have. Or view these necklaces for a gift to fit your budget:

Necklaces under $100

Necklaces $100 to $250

Necklaces $250 to $500

Necklaces over $500

BRACELETS

A bracelet is one jewelry item she will see all the time, so she can appreciate it often. She also enjoys the feeling of it on her wrist reminding her of you.

Some bracelets are available in different lengths. So before you purchase, be sure to measure one of her other bracelets to be sure she doesn’t need a special length.

Bracelets are usually worn on occasions when she isn’t working with her hands. Even when not working, a bracelet’s proximity to the hands causes it to get bumped and banged, so it must be very durable. Jewelry designers take this into account, so you can be sure the bracelet you choose will last.

 Chain

This is the classic bracelet. You’ll find a variety of chain designs, like the traditional round-link rolo or wheat chain, in a variety of metals like sterling silver, 18k gold, and platinum.

 Pearl

A pearl bracelet is a traditional piece of jewelry. It adds a dressy touch to anything she wears, from jeans to a cocktail dress. Or she can formalize the look with a matching pearl necklaceand earrings.

 Bangle

A bangle bracelet can be worn by itself for a simple look, or can be combined with several other bangles. Bangles draw the eye with metallic shine, and several bangles clinking together make a pleasant sound.

Chain Types

 Bracelets As Gifts

For an important occasion like a graduation or a promotion, give her a pearl bracelet. This bracelet is perfectly suited for one of these formal occasions, and looks great with a dress.

For a birthday, give her a bangle, or several bangles to wear all at once. Bangles are fun for summer to dress up whatever she’s wearing, or she can wear them in winter over a slim-fitting sweater.

View our Essential Bracelets for a list of bracelets every woman should have. Or view these bracelets for a gift to fit your budget:

Bracelets Under $250

Bracelets $250 to $500

Bracelets $500 to $1,000

Bracelets $1,000 to $2,500

Bracelets Over $2,500

RING GUIDE

Shopping for engagement and wedding rings shouldn’t be a mystery. We work hard to simplify the buying process, empower and educate our customers and, ultimately help them make a purchase they will cherish for a lifetime. Learn all you need to know to find the right rings for you.

The Right Jeweler

We start with quality, selection and value, but the Armak  experience goes further. We offer the services and guarantees you need to make this important purchase.

 Choosing A Metal

We’ve assembled an easy guide to help you choose a precious metal for your ring. From enduring platinum to classic yellow gold, no matter your preference, find the ring you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

 Discover Your Diamond

Like you, diamonds are unique, but with the right information – from shape to size to the 4Cs – you’ll be able to spend your budget on the diamond qualities that are most important to you.

 Find Your Ring Size

Get the right size the first time with our ring sizing kit or printable guide.

 Match A Wedding Ring

Our incredible collection of wedding rings for her and for him includes classic matching styles and unique options to fit your style.

ENGAGEMENT RING GUIDE

Thousands of couples around the world have trusted us with their most important moments. With the largest selection of diamonds and meticulously designed, handcrafted rings, we’re here to help you find the way to your perfect engagement ring.

SETTING YOUR BUDGET

For a purchase that will last a lifetime, there are important considerations to make. For the best value, choose a budget that’s right for you and start with a ring style. Then devote the remainder to a beautiful, certified diamond.

 PRECIOUS METALS

Explore our metals guide to learn the benefits and features of different precious metals like platinum and gold. Then consider personal preferences to decide on the best metal for you and your budget.

EXPLORE THE COLLECTIONS

From classic solitaire engagement rings to vintage details or stunning pave diamond halos, our collection of handcrafted rings are each perfectly designed to take your breath away.

THE DIAMOND FOR YOU

At Armak , we believe you should know what you’re buying and always have the best value. From how-to guides to live experts to talk with, we’ll share everything you want to know about your diamond so you’re sure to make the right decision.

THE PERFECT FIT

You may not know the ring size for a given finger, but we’re here to help. We have a ring sizing kit available for purchase and a printable ring sizer that can help you determine your ring size.

 

WEDDING RING GUIDE

Types Of Men’s And Women’s Wedding Rings

We offer an incredible collection of wedding rings for her and for him. There are a few considerations to make in order to find a wedding ring for her that complements her engagement ring and a wedding band for him that fits his style or best matches her ring set. Use the guidance below to help in making a decision.

Women’s Wedding Rings

It is traditional to wear her wedding ring closest to the heart, and wear the engagement ring on the same finger, over the wedding ring. If you choose this tradition, consider how the rings will fit together.

A Perfect Match

Some rings are designed to fit together, side-by-side. Many women like the symmetry of two matching rings, with diamonds of the same size and shape, or just the same type of metal.

 

A Unique Combination

She may choose a ring other than the one designed to match her engagement ring. This creates a unique look that is becoming popular. To explore all the options, view all of our plain and diamond wedding rings.

 Women’s Diamond Rings

A prong setting allows more light into the diamond for maximum brilliance. A channel setting protects diamonds from abrasions and offers a smoother look. A three-stone diamond ring symbolizes your past, present, and future together. View our diamond rings.

Women’s Gemstone Rings

Whether fiery, velvety or subtle-in-color, a gemstone ring may be a beautiful complement to your engagement ring. Many Armak  gemstone rings are crafted with birthstones to enhance personal significance. View our wear, care, and sizing page to learn more.

Women’s Platinum And Gold Rings

Consider the classic wedding band in both gold and platinum that will last a lifetime. View our women’s gold wedding rings and platinum wedding rings in a range of widths to complement your style and preference.

 Men’s Wedding Rings

Today, men have more choices than ever for choosing a wedding ring. Some couples choose matching men’s and women’s wedding rings. Choose from the classic wedding band in a broad range of widths to bands with unique detailing, brushed surfaces, or accent diamonds to suit your style and preference.

Men’s Platinum And Gold Rings

Our most popular men’s wedding rings are plain metal bands. For an element of design choose a ring with a subtle design like milgrain.

FIND YOUR RING SIZE

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Printable Ring Size Guide

Armak  realizes that you may not know the ring size for a given finger, and we want to help. We provide a printable ring sizer that can help you determine your ring size. Prior to printing, ensure that page scaling is set to “none” on your print dialog box.

 

Measuring Your Finger

Your ring should fit your finger comfortably; snug enough so that it will not fall off, but loose enough to slide over your knuckle.

Finger size changes depending on the time of day and the weather. For best results measure your finger size:

1. At the end of the day and when your fingers are warm (Fingers are smaller in the early morning and when cold.)
2. Measure finger size 3 to 4 times to eliminate an erroneous reading.

Avoid using string or paper to measure ring size as these materials can stretch or twist, yielding an inaccurate measurement.

Ring Sizes

Women’s rings typically range from size 3 to 9. The most commonly purchased women’s ring sizes at Armak  range from size 5 to 7. Size 6 is the most popular ring size.

Men’s rings typically range from size 8 to 14. The most commonly purchased men’s ring sizes at Armak  range from size 8 to 10-½. Size 9 is the most popular ring size.

Tips For Buying The Ring As A Surprise

Ask your significant other’s friends or mother if they know her finger size.

Borrow one of your significant other’s rings (from the correct finger) and use the ring measurements above to determine its size.

 

Free Resizing

Armak  provides complimentary resizing for Build Your Own Rings®, and Diamond Bands when within the manufacturer’s recommended sizing range, during the first year. Simply contact a Diamond & Jewelry Consultant at 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501)to arrange for your free resize. You will be responsible for the cost of returning the product, according to our return policy.

Diamond and gemstone eternity rings with a specific number of gemstones per finger size; milgrain or ornate bands, some silver rings, or rings with alternative metals such as Tungsten cannot be resized. We are happy to exchange your ring for another size within 30 days of purchase. It is important to note that should you opt for an exchange, your new ring may contain fewer or more gemstones, diamonds, or a reduction or increase in precious metal weight which may cause an increase or decrease in the price.

International Size Conversion

If ordering from outside of the US or Canada, determine your ring size according to your country’s standard. Then use the International Ring Size Chart to convert to the corresponding US ring size to place your order.

METAL EDUCATION

At Armak , our jewelry is crafted with only the finest materials, ensuring you a lifetime of value. Learn more about the variety of metals we offer to find the one that is right for you.

 Platinum

Our most popular metal for engagement rings and wedding bands, platinum’s naturally white sheen will never fade or change color, and accentuates the sparkle and brilliance of a diamond. Platinum will last forever, making it the ultimate symbol for true, enduring, and everlasting love.

Gold

Gold has an extraordinary heritage with unique qualities. As an enduring element found naturally in a distinct yellow color, gold is resistant to rust, tarnish, and corrosion. Although gold is very strong, it’s also the most malleable of all precious metals.

 Silver

The silver jewelry and accessories available at Armak  are made of beautiful sterling silver. For our collection, we have chosen classic designs created by some of the finest craftsmen. This guide will help you learn to identify quality in silver jewelry and accessories.

Palladium

Palladium, one of the rarest metals in the world, is a member of the Platinum Group Metals. These metals are also referred to as “Noble Metals” due to their superior ability to withstand corrosion and oxidation.

  Tungsten Carbide

Unique in appeal and strong by design, tungsten carbide is a forged metal with qualities that will last a lifetime. Tungsten carbide jewelry is created from an alloy of 80% elemental Tungsten and 20% Carbon alloyed with other metals.

Cobalt

Made from a highly durable alloy, cobalt is four times harder than platinum while at the same time, less dense. Because of its natural hardness, cobalt jewelry is extremely scratch, chip and corrosion-resistant. Its lower density and natural malleability allow for strong, dynamic designs with less weight. Cobalt is also hypoallergenic, making it an ideal choice for those with sensitive skin or an active lifestyle.

 

Tantalum

Tantalum is the newest addition to our contemporary metals, and is highly scratch-resistant and hypoallergenic. Naturally a blue-gray metal, our tantalum is 99% pure and coated with a ceramic glaze that gives the metal a matte black finish. It is important to note that Armak  only carries conflict-free tantalum processed in non-conflict mines and production facilities.

PLATINUM

About Platinum

Platinum is our most popular metal for engagement rings and wedding bands. Platinum’s naturally white sheen will never fade or change color, and accentuates the sparkle and brilliance of a diamond. Platinum will last forever, making it the ultimate symbol for true, enduring, and everlasting love.

Density And Durability

Platinum is durable. Its density makes it the most secure setting for your diamond or precious gemstone. All our platinum rings are crafted with platinum prongs for setting loose diamonds. Because platinum is a naturally white metal, re-plating is unnecessary; it will always hold its beauty.

Platinum’s Patina

Though it is the strongest of jewelry metals, platinum can incur a scratch and develop a patina of wear. The patina is considered by many to be a unique and often desirable attribute. However, the pre-patina shine and reflective luster can easily be revived by merely buffing it with a soft cloth.

Purity Of Platinum

Platinum jewelry is very rare; in fact, 30 times more so than gold. Our platinum is 95% pure (5% iridium, palladium, ruthenium, and other alloys), and its purity makes it naturally hypoallergenic, ideal for those with sensitive skin issues.

How To Maintain Platinum’s Metal Luster

It’s easy. Simply soak platinum in a mild solution of warm soapy water, and then gently scrub it with a soft-bristled brush.

View our beautiful platinum jewelry.

Platinum Engagement Rings

Platinum Jewelry

Buye

GOLD PURITY, COLOR, PRICING, AND CARE

Gold has an extraordinary heritage with unique qualities. As an enduring element found naturally in a distinct yellow color, gold is resistant to rust, tarnish, and corrosion. Although gold is very strong, it’s also the most malleable of all precious metals.

Purity

Pure gold is too soft for everyday wear, so it is alloyed with a mixture of metals like silver, copper, nickel, and zinc to give it strength and durability. Karatage, denoted by a number followed by “k” indicates purity, or how much of the metal in a piece of jewelry is gold. Karatage is expressed in 24ths, making 24k gold, 100% gold.

We craft our jewelry using both 18k and 14k gold. 18k gold is composed of 75% gold, which is alloyed with other metals to make it strong enough for everyday wear. 14k gold is composed of 58.3% gold and 41.7% of other metals.

Color

The color of gold is determined by two factors:

• The type of metal alloys included
• The percentage of each metal alloy

Yellow Gold

Natural gold and color-saturated alloys are what give yellow gold jewelry its rich shine. The alloys most commonly used, are copper with a red hue, and silver featuring a green hue. An expert mixture of copper, silver and pure gold gives this precious metal its signature warmth.

White Gold

A silvery white character is what makes white gold jewelry so appealing. In order to make the gold white, it is combined with metal alloys that are white in nature and plated with an extremely hard element called rhodium. Although strong, rhodium may wear away over time. Replating is a simple process that can be done to restore whiteness to your jewelry.

White Gold With Black Rhodium

Black rhodium is plated to white gold creating a rich black appearance that is extremely hard and strong. As with traditional white rhodium, black rhodium may wear away over time. Replating is a simple process that Armak  offers to restore your jewelry’s black finish.

Rose Gold

The beautiful pink hue of rose gold jewelry is created by using a copper alloy. Again, the overall percentages of metal alloys is the same for rose gold as it is for yellow or white, there is just a different mixture in what alloys are used.

Vermeil

Rich in golden color, many of our fine jewelry pieces are crafted with vermeil. The industry standard definition of vermeil is sterling silver that is plated with 10k gold with a minimum of 2.5 microns in thickness for longwearing durability. At Armak , we strive to offer a higher quality to our customers. Our vermeil pieces feature 14k to 24k gold.

For More Information…

Gold, element Au, was one of the first known metals. The gold standard defines the world’s currency system, whereby money represents a value in gold.

 

24 karat = 100% gold
Too soft for fine jewelry

22 karat = 91.7% gold
Too soft for fine jewelry

18 karat = 75.0% gold
Ideal for fine jewelry

14 karat = 58.3% gold
Ideal for fine jewelry

10 karat = 41.7% gold
Not acceptable for jewelry

 

Gold Jewelry

Our 18k and 14k gold jewelry is intricately crafted into beautiful pieces for every occasion or style.

Pricing

Gold jewelry prices are dependent upon the purity of the gold used or karat weight, the market value of gold, and the level of craftsmanship and design of each jewelry piece.

Care

Since gold is a natural element, it is affected by harsh chemicals such as chlorine or other cleaning products. We recommend that you remove your jewelry when using chemicals to reduce daily abrasions and prolong the luster. To clean gold jewelry, use a solution of warm water and detergent-free soap with a soft-bristled brush. When not worn, store your gold pieces in soft cloth bags or the original box to protect them from the elements of daily exposure.

Shop our yellow, white, and rose gold jewelry collections.

 

SILVER

The silver jewelry and accessories available at Armak  are made of beautiful sterling silver. For our collection, we have chosen classic designs created by some of the finest silver craftsmen. This guide will help you learn to identify quality in silver jewelry and accessories.

 

Sterling Silver Jewelry

 For jewelry that lasts, all our silver jewelry, like this Sweetheart Locket, is pure sterling silver.

 

Buyer’s Tip

Sterling silver is the standard for beautiful high-quality silver jewelry. It’s over 90% pure silver, mixed with alloys to add strength and durability. And it won’t wear down, as silver plating can.

Sterling Silver

Pure silver, also called fine silver, is relatively soft, very malleable, and easily damaged so it is commonly combined with other metals to produce a more durable product. The most popular of these alloys is sterling silver, which consists of 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent copper. Although any metal can make up the 7.5 percent non-silver portion of sterling, centuries of experimentation have shown copper to be its best companion, improving the metal’s hardness and durability without affecting its beautiful color. The small amount of copper added to sterling has very little effect on the metal’s value. Instead, the price of the silver item is affected by the labor involved in making the item, the skill of the craftsperson, and the intricacy of the design.

Stamps Of Quality

Most high quality silver items are stamped with a “fineness” or “quality” mark. This mark designates the precious metal content of the jewelry, and under federal law, must be accompanied by a maker’s mark or registered trademark.

Silver Alloys

Because pure silver is so soft, it should only be used when malleability is required, such as in handcrafted jewelry featuring weaving and other intricate designs. Sterling silver is most often used for jewelry and household accessories because of its combination of beauty and durability. Acceptable quality marks for sterling silver include:

• sterling
• sterling silver
• ster
• .925

Care

With proper care, your fine quality silver will last a lifetime. To minimize scratches and other damage, store your silver jewelry either in a cloth pouch or in a separate compartment in your jewelry box. Avoid exposing your silver to household chemicals when cleaning with bleach or ammonia, or when swimming in chlorinated water, as these chemicals can damage silver.

Clean Your Silver Regularly

Care should also be taken to prevent silver tarnish build-up, a dulling that naturally occurs when silver reacts with sulfur or hydrogen sulfide in the ambient air. To clean your silver, use polishes formulated specifically to remove tarnish. You can find fine silver polishes, solutions, or cloths appropriate to remove tarnish at most hardware stores or specialty craft stores. Tarnish is most easily removed when it first becomes visible. Although wearing your silver jewelry often is the best way to prevent tarnish from building up, regular cleanings of all your silver items will prevent tarnish and keep your silver bright and sparkling. Look for the fineness mark and the maker’s mark on the underside of the silver item you are considering to ensure the quality.

PALLADIUM

Palladium, one of the rarest metals in the world, is a member of the Platinum Group Metals. These metals are also referred to as “Noble Metals” due to their superior ability to withstand corrosion and oxidation. Palladium, which is listed on the Periodic Table of elements, is lighter in weight than its sister metal, Platinum. A naturally white metal, Palladium is hypoallergenic, will not tarnish and remains white forever. Palladium is 95% pure when used in jewelry, is extremely durable and does not require alloy metals and/or plating for protection, which ensures that it will remain white as long as you own your jewelry.

BUYER’S TIP:

Using a mild solution of soap and warm water and gently scrubbing your jewelry with a soft-bristled brush is usually all that is required to maintain Palladium’s natural beauty and luster.

TUNGSTEN CARBIDE

Unique in appeal and strong by design, tungsten carbide is a forged metal with qualities that will last a lifetime. Tungsten carbide jewelry is created from an alloy of 80% elemental Tungsten and 20% Carbon alloyed with other metals.

Armak  offers two colors of tungsten carbide rings, a classic gray and a lustrous white, both of which will hold a permanent polish. Tungsten is exceptionally strong, hypoallergenic, highly scratch-resistant, and tarnish-resistant with a substantial feel in weight. It is ideally suited for someone with an active lifestyle.

Care And Polishing

Care

Since tungsten and carbon are natural elements, this jewelry will be affected by harsh chemicals such as chlorine or other cleaning products. We recommend that you remove your jewelry when using chemicals to reduce daily abrasions and prolong the polish. To clean tungsten carbide jewelry, use a solution of warm water and detergent-free soap with a soft cloth. When not worn, store your tungsten pieces in soft cloth bags or the original box to protect them from the elements of daily exposure.

Polishing

The tungsten alloy used in jewelry is extremely hard, so it does not scratch easily. If scratched, the jewelry piece will need special reconditioning; a complimentary service provided by Armak .

Shop our tungsten carbide jewelry collection.

COBALT

Made from a highly durable alloy, cobalt is four times harder than platinum while at the same time, less dense. Because of its natural hardness, cobalt jewelry is extremely scratch, chip and corrosion-resistant. Its lower density and natural malleability allow for strong, dynamic designs with less weight. Cobalt is also hypoallergenic, making it an ideal choice for those with sensitive skin or an active lifestyle.

At Armak , we offer two finishes: a rich blackened color as well as a natural, lustrous white, both of which will hold a lifelong polish. Similar to platinum in color, cobalt does not require rhodium plating and does not tarnish.

Care and Polishing While scratch-resistant, all metal will show a natural wear pattern with time. If scratched, your cobalt jewelry can be reconditioned, a complimentary service provided by Armak .

Shop our cobalt jewelry collection.

TANTALUM

Rare, pure, and strong, tantalum is dense, shatterproof and extremely malleable—characteristics that set it apart from other contemporary metals. In its natural state, tantalum is beautiful gray with a bluish tint, but a special patent pending ceramic glaze is applied to it when used as jewelry to give the metal a matte black look and enhance its scratch-resistance. Tantalum is an inert metal, which means that it does not react to most chemicals and does not dissolve in acid. It is also hypoallergenic and heat-resistant and is widely used in surgical and dental equipment.

Care and Polishing To clean tantalum jewelry, use a solution of warm water and detergent-free soap with a soft cloth. When not worn, store your tantalum pieces in soft cloth bags or the original box to protect them from the elements of daily exposure. Tantalum does not tarnish, and while scratch-resistant, may develop a natural wear pattern over time.

Shop our tantalum jewelry collection.

Elemental Properties For Tantalum

Chemical Symbol = Ta

Atomic Number = 73

GEMSTONE EDUCATION

This guide defines the five essential characteristics of gemstone quality. By understanding these characteristics, you’ll be able to shop with confidence. Print this helpful information and take it with you shopping so you can make the best choice on a beautiful piece of gemstone jewelry.

 

Color

The jewelry industry recognizes the highest quality gemstones by purity of their hue, the depth of tone, and the color saturation. The best value is in colors that include “slight” traces of other colors, are not too light or dark, and have a lot of saturated color. Armak  offers some of the highest-quality colored gemstones available. Nearly all gemstones today, including Armak  stones, have been treated to enhance their color. The most common methods of treatment are heating, nearly always seen with aquamarine, citrine, amethyst, sapphire, ruby and tanzanite, bleaching commonly seen with pearls, and irradiation performed on nearly all blue topaz.

 Clarity

Almost all gemstones contain inclusions. Even those most highly prized have at least some inclusions. Flawless gemstones are very rare and very expensive. The best value is found in gems that are lightly to moderately included, like those in Armak  gemstone jewelry. Emeralds are typically treated with colorless oil, wax or resin to minimize surface-reaching inclusions.

 

Cut

Unlike diamonds, with gemstones there isn’t an “ideal” cut geometrically configured for maximum brilliance. But a high-quality gemstone cut is one that presents the most even color, exposes the fewest inclusions, and displays the majority of the gemstone weight when set in jewelry.

Size

The carat weight of a gemstone is not necessarily an accurate gauge for gemstone size. To help you judge the size of a gemstone, Armak  lists the diameter of the gemstone when viewed from above – since if the gemstone is set in jewelry; this is the only part of the gemstone that is visible.

 

 Enhancements

Nearly all gemstones on the market, including gemstones offered by Armak , have been treated to enhance their appearance. Gemstones that have not been treated but exhibit desirable color and clarity command extravagant prices. Some enhancement treatments are almost universal, are permanent, and require no special care of the gemstone, such as heat treatment to enhance color. Other treatments are common, and may require more or less special care to avoid damage, such as infusion of colorless oil, wax or resin to improve clarity.

Ring Care

Every gemstone has unique characteristics. Considerations in every day care, how and when you wear your fine jewelry, will dictate longevity. View our wear, care, and sizing page to learn more.

GEMSTONE CUT

Colored gemstones are generally cut to maximize the beauty of their color. To recognize quality in the cut of a gemstone, there are several points to consider.

What To Look For

A good cut showcases the gemstone’s color, diminishes its inclusions, and exhibits good overall symmetry and proportion. Because gemstone color can vary, there are no hard geometrical standards when it comes to maximizing brilliance or color. Gemstones, especially rarer ones, are sometimes cut for size without regard for their color. For example, when corundum varieties such as sapphire and ruby are cut for maximum weight rather than beauty, they may display banded colors or streaks. Armak  sells only the finest quality, hand-selected colored gemstones.

 Buyer’s Tip

In a gemstone with more saturated color, the best cut may be more shallow than average, permitting more light to penetrate the gemstone, while in a less saturated gem, the color may benefit from a deeper cut.

Gemstone Cut

Look at the gemstone in the setting and ensure that all the facets are symmetrical. An asymmetrically-cut crown indicates a gemstone of low-quality. In all cases, a well-cut gemstone is symmetrical and reflects light evenly across the surface, and the polish is smooth, without any nicks or scratches. These are the characteristics that Armak  jewelers look for when selecting our gemstone jewelry.

 

Buyer’s Tip

Like diamonds, fine quality color gems usually have a table, crown, girdle, pavilion, and culet. Iridescent opals are one exception, and most often have a rounded cabochon cut.

GEMSTONE COLOR

The beautiful color of a gemstone is its most defining characteristic, and many jewelers consider it to be the most important evaluation criterion. When deciding upon gemstone color, examine hue, tone, and saturation.

Gemstones

Ruby

Emerald

Sapphire

Pink Sapphire

Garnet

Citrine

Peridot

Opal

Aquamarine

Blue Topaz

Amethyst

Pink Tourmaline

Tanzanite

Hue

The most valuable gemstones are those that exhibit a pure color and only “slight” hues of other colors in addition to their primary color, as all Armak  gemstones do. For example, Armak  sapphires range in hue from “slightly purplish-blue” to “slightly greenish-blue,” pink sapphires always range from “pink” to “slightly purplish-pink,” and rubies range from “slightly orangish-red” to “slightly purplish-red”. With the exception of opals, variation in a gemstone’s hue will be called out in the gemstone details on the product detail page.

Tone

Tone represents the depth of color, ranging from colorless to black. Gemstone tone is described as “light,” “medium-light,” “medium,” “medium-dark,” and “dark.” Armak  offers gemstones with the most sought-after tones that fall within the medium-light to medium-dark range. For all of our gemstone jewelry, you’ll find any tone variations are called out in the gemstone details.

Saturation

Saturation, or color purity, refers to the degree to which the gem is free from brown or gray hues. The most desirable gemstones, which show little gray or brown, are often described as having “vivid” or “strong” color saturation. Generally, the levels of color saturation will not be called out in the product details because the gemstones in our jewelry are hand-selected for their vivid colors.

 

 

GEMSTONE CLARITY

Identifying Marks

Because gemstones form under unique circumstances, each individual gemstone is comprised of a combination of trace minerals, which create a unique set of identifying marks or inclusions. Inclusions will not necessarily detract from the beauty or desirability of a colored gemstone.

What To Look For

When considering a colored gemstone’s clarity, you should measure your expectations against the standard for that variety of gemstone. Some varieties of colored gemstones, such as aquamarine, blue topaz, and citrine, have naturally fewer inclusions while other gemstones, such as emerald and ruby, tend to have a higher rate of acceptable inclusions.

Clarity is an important factor in comparing quality colored gemstones. Even opaque opals can have milky inclusions that will affect their iridescence and color play. In general, the best values are available in gemstones that are moderately included. Exceptional gemstones with few or no inclusions are available, but they can command extravagant prices.

GEMSTONE SIZE

Different Densities

The carat weight of a gemstone does not necessarily allow you to accurately envision the size of the gemstone. Different gemstones have different densities (mass per unit volume), so two gems that appear to be the same size may actually have very different weights. For example, a ruby is more dense than a diamond, so a 1-carat ruby will look smaller than a 1-carat diamond.

 

Buyer’s Tip

Always request the dimensions of a gemstone to ensure that the majority of the gemstone weight will be visible when set in the setting.

To help you envision the gemstone’s actual appearance, we at Armak  provide the diameter dimensions (for round) or length and width (for other shapes) of a given gemstone. You can even click the zoom button to see a closer look at any piece of gemstone jewelry.

GEMSTONE ENHANCEMENTS

Armak ‘s Colored Gemstone Enhancement Policy

Armak  offers consumers only the highest quality, authentic gemstones. Our colored gemstones undergo rigorous internal inspections by our trained gemologists to ensure they meet our stringent quality standards.

Due to their rarity and unique visual properties, nearly all colored gemstones sold at fine jewelers, including Armak , are enhanced using various techniques. Many of these techniques have been used for centuries. Colored gemstones that have not been enhanced are very rare and command extravagant prices.

Our white and fancy-color diamonds are not enhanced in any way, other than normal cutting and polishing. Black diamond fashion jewelry contains natural diamonds that have been treated to create the unique black color.

Colored Gemstone Enhancement Processes

There are many methods of enhancing colored gemstones. We describe the most common enhancements below. For more information on colored gemstone enhancements, see the American Gem Trade Association’s Gemstone Information Manual.

Heat Treatment

The application of heat to enhance the color and/or clarity of gemstones has been a common practice around the globe for centuries. It is part of the standard polishing and finishing process for many colored gemstones. As such, it is accepted by the jewelry industry and the American Gem Trade Association. The enhanced color and/or clarity of heat-treated gemstones is permanent.

Infusion

The filling of a gem material with an oil, wax, glass, resin or other material, colored or colorless, to improve appearance. This process began centuries ago by gemstone merchants who found that immersing emeralds in oil or waxes made them look clearer to the unaided eye. This practice continues today with many colored gemstones.

Coating

The use of wax, resin or oil applied to the exterior of a porous colored gemstone to protect the natural substance, and to improve sturdiness and appearance.

Bleaching

The application of chemicals or other elements to lighten or enhance color consistency.

Dyeing

The act of adding coloring agents so that they permeate a colored gemstone to enhance or alter color.

Irradiation

The alteration of a gemstone’s color through the use of radiation. This is often followed by a heating process. The enhanced color of irradiated gemstones is permanent.

New And Future Technologies

Techniques for enhancing colored gemstones, either detectable or otherwise, are continually being developed. These may be difficult, or in rare cases, impossible to detect, even for the most sophisticated laboratory. Armak  will continue to work with industry groups and gemological experts who are committed to the identification and disclosure of new and future techniques in order to maintain our stringent quality standards.

Basic Gemstone Care

While gemstones are durable, they require varying levels of care. For example, some gemstones are especially vulnerable to household chemicals and temperature changes. Cleaning gemstones presents special challenges. While many gemstones should be cared for by following our basic care guidelines below, please refer to our Gemstone and Pearl Care and Enhancement Overview to understand the care requirements for your specific stone. If you still have questions, please contact Armak  customer service.

Cleaning

After removing your gemstone jewelry, clean it by following the directions on a non-abrasive jewelry cleaner. Make sure that the jewelry cleaner specifies that it is safe to use with your gemstone. Use a soft cloth to remove any remaining dirt or other residue.

Storing

Store your gemstone jewelry in a lined case or a soft cloth, so the gems do not touch each other or parts of other jewelry. Gemstones are harder than gold, silver, or platinum and can scratch the surfaces of your other fine jewelry if they are not kept separate.

Wear

While it’s true that gemstones such as ruby and sapphire are second only to diamond on the hardness scale, it is not a measurement of their indestructibility. It means that these gemstones are able to resist scratching almost as well as a diamond. Abrasive surfaces, harsh chemicals, and sharp blows can damage even the hardest gem. Your gemstone jewelry should be the last thing you put on when getting dressed and the first thing you take off at the end of the night. Store your gemstones carefully and they will be enjoyed for generations.

Gemstone And Pearl Care And Enhancement Overview

Gemstone

Accepted Enhancements

Gemstone Care

Agate

Heated or dyed to improve color.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Amber

Heated to improve color and clarity.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid sudden temperature changes, chemicals, perfume, cosmetics, and hairspray.

Amethyst

Heated to improve color.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Apatite

Heat

Basic Gemstone Care.

Aquamarine

Heated to improve color and clarity.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Black Diamond

Heated or irradiated to alter color.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Black Onyx

Dyed.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Black Spinel

None.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Blue Topaz

Heated and/or irradiated to alter color. Thermal coated to alter color.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Carnelian

Heated to improve color.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Chalcedony

Dyed.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Chrome Diopside

None

Basic Gemstone Care.

Citrine

Heated to improve color.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Coral

Coated or impregnated with color less substances to improve surface uniformity or durability. Bleached or dyed to enhance color.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Diamond

None.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Emerald

Infused to improve clarity and/or color.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid sudden temperature changes, chemicals, perfume, cosmetics, and hairspray.

Fire Opal

None.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid sudden temperature changes, chemicals, perfume, cosmetics, and hairspray.

Garnet

None.

Avoid sudden temperature changes.

Iolite

None.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning.

Kunzite

Heated or irradiated to improve color

Do not use ultrasonice cleaning. Avoid direct sunlight.

Labradorite

None.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Lapis

Dyed.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid sudden temperature changes, chemicals, perfume, cosmetics, and hairspray.

Moonstone

None.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Morganite

Heated to improve color and clarity.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Opal

Coated to alter surface consistency and durability.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid sudden temperature changes, chemicals, perfume, cosmetics, and hairspray.

Pearl (natural and cultured)

Bleached, dyed, polished and coated.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid sudden temperature changes, chemicals, perfume, cosmetics, and hairspray. For more information, visit Pearl Education.

Peridot

None.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Prehnite

None

Basic Gemstone Care.

Quartz

Green/Lemon: Irradiated to improve color. Smokey: Heated to improve color. Blue: Dyed. Rutilated/Rose/white: None.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Ruby

Heated and/or infused to improve color and clarity.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Sapphire

Heated and/or infused to improve color and clarity.

Basic Gemstone Care.

Spinel

None

Basic Gemstone Care.

Tanzanite

Heated to alter color and clarity. Infused to alter color and clarity.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning and sudden temperature changes.

Tourmaline

Irradiated to improve color.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning and sudden temperature changes.

Turquoise

Coated or impregnated with color less substances to improve surface uniformity or durability.

Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid chemicals, perfume, cosmetics, and hairspray.

White Agate

None.

Basic Gemstone Care.

White Topaz

None.

Basic Gemstone Care.

 

PEARL EDUCATION

Use this guide to find the pearl that is right for you by educating yourself on the quality and value of the cultured pearls that Armak  offers.

What Is A Cultured Pearl?

Natural pearls are so rare to find in nature that most pearls sold today are cultured. To create a cultured pearl, a tiny bead is implanted into the oyster and gradually over time the oyster coats the bead in many layers of natural minerals and proteins. These layers are referred to as nacre (Nay-Ker.) It is the nacre that gives pearls their beautiful luster and color.

Choosing The Right Pearl

At Armak  we offer a variety of Freshwater, South Sea, and Tahitian cultured pearls. In addition, we offer two collections of Akoya cultured pearls. Our pearl jewelry is available in a variety of different styles including studs, fashion earrings, strands, necklaces, pendants and bracelets. In addition, we offer our pearls in varying price ranges so that you can find the perfect pearl for your style and budget.

 Quality

While industry wide there is no standardized grading for pearls, Armak  ensures that each pearl meets our high quality standards. At Armak  you will find education related to each pearl type we offer and encourage you to learn more about the differing qualities in each.

Color

The general color of a pearl is also called the body color. Typical pearl colors are white, cream, yellow, pink, silver, or black. A pearl can also have a hint of secondary color, or overtone, which is seen when light reflects off the pearl surface. For example, a pearl strand may appear white, but when examined more closely, a pink overtonemay become apparent.

 Luster

Pearls produce an intense, deep shine called luster. This effect is created when light reflects off the many layers of tiny calcium carbonate crystals that compose the pearl. This substance is called nacre. When selecting a pearl, consider that the larger the pearl, the more nacre it has, so it will also exhibit even more luster. Compare a 5mm Freshwater cultured pearl with a 10mm South Sea cultured pearl and the difference in the amount of nacre is obvious. The difference in luster is as clearly visible as the difference in the pearl sizes.

Shape

At Armak , we offer the highest quality, rarest pearl shape – round. Shapes that are not spherical or even symmetrical are considered lower quality. Akoya, Tahitian, and South Sea pearls found in jewelry have a tendency to be the roundest, while Freshwater pearls can be oval or slightly off-round.

 Surface Markings

As a mollusk creates a pearl, the layers of nacre do not always adhere smoothly. Sometimes spots and bubbles can appear in the layering process. Pearls with the smoothest surfaces are the highest-quality, most sought-after pearls. At Armak , to offer you a range of prices, we offer pearls with a range of surface qualities.

Size

The size of the pearl greatly depends on the type of pearl. Freshwater pearls range in size from about 3.0-7.0mm, Akoya pearls range from about 6.0-8.5mm, and South Sea and Tahitian pearls can reach sizes as large as 13mm.

 Care

When cared for properly, pearls can last a lifetime. The best way to care for pearls is to wear them often as the body’s natural oils keep pearls lustrous. However, it’s important to keep them away from household chemicals including perfume, makeup and hairspray. Chemicals found in these common products can dull the luster of your pearls. It is recommended that you put your pearls on last when getting ready and make them the first thing you take off when you come home. Before putting your pearls away, wipe them with a soft cloth and store them separate from other jewelry to avoid scratching their tender surfaces.

AKOYA PEARLS

If you’re looking for the classic set of pearls, look to Akoya cultured pearls. The Akoya is the most popular pearl, commonly seen in pearl strands and in earrings.

At Armak  we offer two collections of Akoya cultured pearls, Premier and Classic. In addition, we also offer Golden Akoya cultured pearls.

While industry wide there is no standardized grading for Akoya pearls, Armak  ensures that each pearl meets our high quality standards.

 Pearl Jewelry

Akoya pearls are the specialty of Japanese pearl farms. The first pearls to be cultured early in the 1920s, their white color and rosé overtone complement a fair complexion. Because Akoya pearls are a high-quality pearl, you’ll find them set with gold posts and clasps, and you’ll find they are well matched for size, shape, and color. You’ll also find few blemishes and a deep, beautiful luster.

You may notice that the Akoya looks very similar to the Freshwater pearl. When compared side-by-side, the difference is clear. Akoya pearls are on average larger, smoother, rounder, and more lustrous than Freshwater pearls. If you’re looking for a remarkable gift, choose a gift of Akoya cultured pearl jewelry.

Our beautiful Akoya pearls are available as stud earrings, fashion earrings, strands, necklaces, pendants, and bracelets.

Armak  Premier Akoya Cultured Pearls

The Armak  Premier pearl collection is in the top 1% of pearls. At Armak  we ensure that each pearl meets our high quality standards.

Armak  Premier Akoya Cultured Pearls

LUSTER

Very High – Extremely high reflections

SURFACE

Flawless to Very Slightly Spotted – Very, very few natural blemishes visible to the unaided eye

NACRE

Very Thick – Very deep nacre coating

SHAPE

Round – all pearls are round and symmetrical to the unaided eye

COLOR

White – With rose’ or silver overtones

Armak  Classic Akoya Cultured Pearls

The Armak  Classic pearl collection is in the top 5% of pearls. At Armak  we ensure that each pearl meets our high quality standards.

Armak  Classic Akoya Cultured Pearls

LUSTER

High to Medium – Good, clear reflections

SURFACE

Very Slightly Spotted – Few visible blemishes on some pearls

NACRE

Medium – Medium nacre coating

SHAPE

Very Slightly Off Round – Some pearls may be slightly less round and symmetrical

COLOR

White or Slightly Cream – With rose’ overtones

Armak  Classic Golden Cultured Pearls

Our golden pearls share the same qualities of our Classic collection with the exception of color. These beautiful pearls have a light gold color with silver overtones.

FRESHWATER PEARLS

 

Our round Freshwater cultured pearls make an excellent, affordable gift of good quality pearls.

As opposed to rice-shaped Freshwater pearls, these pearls are mostly round, and look very similar to Akoya pearls when worn, but are available for a much lower price.

Most Freshwater pearls come from China, and are the product of an elaborate process in which a single resilient mussel can be harvested many times, yielding several pearls at a time. To provide these pearls at an exceptional value, we offer them with good levels of quality, and set with 14k gold posts and clasps.

The Freshwater pearl looks remarkably similar to the Akoya pearl, but Freshwater pearls are available for almost 1/5 the price of Akoya pearls. The only tradeoff is that Freshwater pearls are generally smaller, less symmetrical, and not as well matched when strung on a strand. But if you’re looking for pearls at an outstanding value, Freshwater pearls are the perfect gift.

Colored Freshwater Cultured Pearls

Freshwater cultured pearls can be created in a spectrum of colors. Many popular Colors – white, pink, orange, and other pastels – can be achieved through natural means, including the pearl mollusk’s genetics, what they eat, and the amount and type of trace metals in the cultivating environment.

It is a widely-accepted practice to treat or irradiate Freshwater pearls in order to achieve a particular or unusual color, and equally common to treat Freshwater pearls to create a more evenly-colored strand. Pearl colors should always be chosen to complement the wearer’s complexion and wardrobe preferences.

From a value standpoint, when selecting colored pearls it is important to understand if the color is natural or the result of some post-harvesting treatment. For example, Tahitian pearls, cultivated in black lipped oysters, are the only naturally occurring charcoal to black pearls. It should be made clear to you that other pearls exhibiting these colors have been treated, and that fact reflected in a lower cost.

 

Armak  Freshwater Cultured Pearls

LUSTER

Very High – High, bright reflections

SURFACE

Very Slightly Spotted – Few visible blemishes on some pearls

NACRE

Medium – Medium nacre coating

SHAPE

Slightly Off Round – Some pearls may be slightly less round and symmetrical

COLOR

White – Or slightly cream with rose overtones

Armak  Pink Freshwater Cultured Pearls

LUSTER

Very High – High, bright reflections

SURFACE

Very Slightly Spotted – Few visible blemishes on some pearls

NACRE

Medium – Medium nacre coating

SHAPE

Slightly Off Round – Some pearls may be slightly less round and symmetrical

COLOR

Light to Medium Pink – With Silver overtones

SOUTH SEA PEARLS

South Sea cultured pearls are exceptional quality pearls with a whitish, almost silver color.

Much larger than the average pearl, the smoothness and roundness of these pearls are exceptional. These are the most rare and extraordinary pearls you’ll find in jewelry.

South Sea pearls come from the white-lipped variety of the pinctada maxima oyster. This oyster is much larger than the oysters that produce Akoya and Freshwater pearls, so the pearl that it produces is much larger as well. Because of the rarity and sensitivity of this type of oyster, cultivation of these pearls is much more difficult, making them more expensive.

 Our beautiful South Sea cultured pearls are available as stud earrings, strands, pendants, and bracelets.

Armak  South Sea Cultured Pearls

LUSTER

Very High – High, bright reflections

SURFACE

Very Slightly Spotted – Few visible blemishes on some pearls

NACRE

Medium – Medium nacre coating

SHAPE

Slightly Off Round – Some pearls may be slightly less round and symmetrical

COLOR

White – With with rose and/or silver overtones

TAHITIAN PEARLS

Tahitian Cultured Pearl
Pendant and Earings

 

Tahitian cultured pearls offer a dramatic touch. The natural black color of these pearls comes from the color of the oyster’s black lips.

These pearls are traditionally called “black,” but their color can range from a metallic silver, to the color of graphite. And within this range of colors they can have bluish, purplish, or greenish overtones.

Tahitian cultured pearls are cultivated from the black-lipped variety of thepinctada maxima oyster which reaches a foot or more in diameter, and produces very large pearls. This oyster is very sensitive to the pearl culturing process, which makes the pearls very costly to produce. A gift of Tahitian cultured pearls makes an extraordinary, unique gift.

Our beautiful Tahitian cultured pearls are available as stud earrings, fashion earrings, strands, necklaces, pendants, andbracelets.

Armak  Tahitian Cultured Pearls

LUSTER

Very High – High, bright reflections

SURFACE

Very Slightly Spotted – Few visible blemishes on some pearls

NACRE

Medium – Medium nacre coating

SHAPE

Slightly Off Round – Some pearls may be slightly less round and symmetrical

COLOR

Black to Dark Grey – With some green and/or purple overtone

Birthstone Jewelry

BIRTHSTONE JEWELRY

Gemstones have been imbued with spiritual meaning for eons, dating back to the breastplate of Aaron that contained 12 gemstones representing the signs of the zodiac and the tribes of Israel. The modern birthstone list was established by the National Association of Jewelers in 1912, with a few updates over the years.

OCTOBER: OPAL

The dramatic opal stands out for the fiery range of colors contained within a single stone, and is typically cut into rounded cabochons to enhance its exceptional light play. The Greeks believed opals provided the power of prophecy and the stone is a celebrated symbol of loyalty, faith and hope. Look for stones with bright spots of well-distributed flashes of color.

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BIRTHSTONES BY MONTH

JANUARY

Garnet

 

FEBRUARY

Amethyst

 

MARCH

Aquamarine

 

APRIL

Diamond

MAY

Emerald

 

JUNE

Pearl

 

JULY

Ruby

 

AUGUST

Peridot

SEPTEMBER

Sapphire

 

OCTOBER

Opal

 

NOVEMBER

Citrine

 

DECEMBER

Topaz

 

Armak  offers an unparalleled level of service and many of your questions may be answered below. For more information about any of our services, we invite you to have a conversation with one of our expert Diamond and Jewelry Consultants at[email protected] .com or 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501).

Free Secure Shipping

Armak  offers free secure shipping on every U.S. order. Orders over $1,000 are eligible for overnight shipping.

 

Online Returns

Returns are simple with just 4 easy steps.

 

Free Gift Packaging

All Armak  products come with free, elegant gift packaging. You may also enclose a personalized gift card with your order.

Professional Jewelry Appraisals

Armak  provides a professional jewelry appraisal with all Build Your Own Diamond Jewelry® items, as well as diamond, pearl, and gemstone jewelry over $1,000.

 

Financing Options

Learn about the flexible payment options available with the Armak  Credit Card. Convenient 12 month Financing Option.

 

Insurance

Your Armak  purchase is insured from our facility until the moment you receive your item. Learn more about continuing insurance.

Diamond Price Guarantee

Contact Armak  to compare a competitor’s diamond against one of ours. In most cases, we can meet or beat their price.

 

Diamond Upgrade Program

Learn about our new lifetime diamond upgrade program for all Armak  diamonds.

 

Ring Sizing

Armak  offers complimentary ring resizing on all customized engagement rings during the first year. Simplycontact us to arrange your free ring resizing.

Product Warranty

We stand behind the quality of our products. If you have any concerns, please contact us.

 

Custom Design Engagement Rings

Our custom design program makes crafting your one-of-a-kind ring simple with expert guidance, the latest design technology and exceptional craftsmanship.

 

Canadian Diamonds

We are pleased to offer a wide range of high-quality, certified natural diamonds from Canadian sources.

Colored Diamonds

Armak  offers an exclusive collection of rare colored diamonds, including extremely rare diamonds in red and pink hues.

 

Engraving Services

Personalize an engagement ring, wedding ring or choose from our sterling silver gifts to have expertly engraved.

 

View Your Diamond Before It Is Set

Once you purchase, receive, and inspect your loose diamond, simply send it insured back to Armak  and we will create your custom ring for you.

Laser Inscriptions

All of our Armak  Signature Collectiondiamonds are laser inscribed. If you find a diamond that is not inscribed, we will inscribe it for you.

 

International Orders

Armak  is proud to offer our Build Your Own Diamond Jewelry  and ourloose diamond collection to customers in many other countries around the world.

 

Cleaning And Servicing Your Ring

We recommend that you have your ring cleaned, polished, and have the prongs inspected every six months. These services are complimentary at Armak .

Refer A Friend

Tell a friend about Armak , and you can both save up to $100. You can save with every referral, and there’s no limit to how many friends you can refer!

 

Sweepstakes

Enter our exclusive Armak  Sweepstakes for your chance to win.

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CUSTOM ENGAGEMENT RINGS

One-of-a-kind rings. Personalized experience. Exceptional craftsmanship

Our custom design program makes it simple to craft your engagement ring vision through expert guidance, the latest design technology and renowned quality craftsmanship.

Have Questions? Our experts are available 24-7 to assist you.

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Concept

CAD Rendering

Wax Model

Final Product

HOW IT WORKS

• STEP 1: CHOOSING YOUR DIAMOND

Every custom engagement ring starts with a Armak  center diamond. Use our diamond search and education tools to find one that suits your design inspiration. If you need assistance with your selection, our experts can help.

• STEP 2: GATHERING INSPIRATION

Email us ring sketches or images and our specialists will work with you to provide a complimentary quote based on precious metal and sidestone selection within your budget.

• STEP 3: CAD RENDERING

After quote approval, we secure a deposit and provide a computerized (CAD) model for your review. During this stage, modifications may be made based on your design feedback.

• STEP 4: WAX MODEL

Upon final design approval, we create a physical 3D wax model of your design representing your final ring. We ship to you for your review and final approval.

• STEP 5: PRODUCTION

With model approval and full payment, our expert jewelers craft your one-of-a-kind ring. The finished piece is thoroughly inspected to meet our exceptional quality standards.

READY TO CREATE YOUR CUSTOM RING?

Work one-on-one with our custom design specialists to make your dream engagement ring a reality. Send us your inspiration and we will provide a complimentary quote.

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CUSTOM DESIGN FAQ

We are happy to work with you to bring your vision to life, provided that the design is within Armak ‘s production capabilities and meticulous standards of craftmanship.

• Custom design orders are available for Armak  purchased diamonds, only.
• Most custom designs, once approved, are completed within 8 – 12 weeks.
• Custom design orders are not eligible for refund, exchange or cancellation.
• Quotes are valid for two weeks.
• Most custom design engagement settings begin at $2,400.

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LOOKING FOR ANOTHER OPTION?

Our existing assortment of engagement rings offers exceptional options to match with one of our certified diamonds, creating the combination that’s right for you.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty

We stand behind our products and warrant that all items will be free from manufacturing defects for the life of the products. If you believe your item has a manufacturing defect, you may return it to us for inspection. If we determine your merchandise is damaged due to a manufacturing defect, we will repair the merchandise or, if we deem appropriate, replace the item. If the item is no longer available, Armak  may, in its discretion, replace with like-kind or allow a refund equal to the selling price of the original item or component.

If we determine that the damage is not caused by a manufacturing defect, then we will notify you and let you know if repair services are available at cost or otherwise.

Please note that slight irregularities and variations in craftsmanship or natural characteristics, or internal inclusions, visible or otherwise, in colored gemstones are unique and individual to each item. These characteristics are considered as part of the character of the item, and should not be considered a defect.

Complimentary Cleaning And Inspection Services On Diamond Rings

We recommend having your diamond ring cleaned and inspected every six months or if it undergoes any potential trauma. Inspections may help prevent the loss of a stone and extend the life of your jewelry. This cleaning and inspection service is free of charge to Armak  customers on their Armak  diamond rings. The customer only pays for shipping, and Armak  pays for return shipping. Repairs to your ring mounting can also be done at this time at cost.

Conditions And Exclusions

The foregoing Manufacturer Warranty and Complimentary Services are available only to the person who purchased the covered product from Armak .

Maintenance, repair, sizing or other service performed by someone other than Armak  will void your Manufacturer Warranty.

Fine jewelry is not impervious to normal wear, activities or trauma. This is particularly true for rings since hands are regularly subjected to considerable abuse. We do not provide warranties for damage due to normal wear, product loss, loss of stones or theft. Damage or loss that results from failure to obtain repairs necessary to maintain the integrity of the product are also not covered.

Some examples of common jewelry issues that would not be considered manufacturing defects include:

1. Discoloration due to exposure to chemicals, make-up, swimming pools, hot tubs or bathing.
2. Prongs and precious metals, in general, wear over time and may require “building up” or restoration work as normal wear.
3. Bent, caught or worn out prongs(s) allowing a stone to fall out or be lost due to normal wear or other damage.
4. Lost stone or a stone has fallen out due to chipping or breaking caused by normal wear or other damage.

OUR POLICIES

Armak  is dedicated to providing our customers with up-to-date information about our policies and many of your questions may be answered below. For more information about any of our policies, we invite you to have a conversation with one of our expert Diamond and Jewelry Consultants at [email protected] .com or 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501).

Shipping Policy

All Armak  orders ship fully insured, with a trusted carrier.

 

30-Day Return Policy

We offer a 30-day, no questions asked, return policy on every item.

 

Military Shipping Policies

Armak  is grateful to all military personnel and their families. To say thank you, you have access to an exclusive phone number and more.

Terms & Conditions

These terms and conditions apply to the Armak  Web site. Please read these terms and conditions carefully

 

Security

We want to make sure your shopping experience exceeds your expectations, so we have taken measures to guarantee your orders will be safe and secure, from our door to yours.

 

Privacy Policy

Armak  is dedicated to your privacy. Read our privacy policy for more details.

Ethical Sourcing

Always Conflict Free. Armak  sells only ethically sourced diamonds, proudly enforcing the highest industry standards.

 

International Policies

We are proud to ship to customers in many countries around the globe. View our International Shipping page for the full list of countries and currencies that we support.

 

International Payment Methods

Armak  offers a variety of payment methods for orders shipping outside of the United States.

U.S. Payment Methods

Armak  offers a variety of payment methods for orders shipping within the United States.

 

U.S. Order Policies

These policies apply to orders to be shipped to U.S. (and APO/FPO) addresses

SHIPPING POLICIES

Your order will be shipped to you fully insured. We urge all customers to inspect your package for damage or tampering before receiving or signing for receipt.

When Will Your Order Be Shipped?

For orders shipping to the U.S., you’ll find an estimated arrival date listed in the product details for each item. This arrival date is calculated based on the approximate number of days required to process, package, and deliver your order.

• If you place your order before the cutoff time on a regular business day (Monday through Friday), your order will begin processing that day.
• If you place an order on a holiday, Saturday or Sunday, or after the cutoff on a regular business day, your order will begin processing the following business day.

For international orders, we will provide you with an estimated ship date. Actual arrival date may vary based on transport times and customs clearance. For more information on international orders. Visit ourinternational shipping page.

Shipping To Alternate Addresses

If you will not be home to sign for your order, Armak  can ship your order to your place of work, or another more convenient destination. As a security precaution to protect our customers against fraud, when you order merchandise priced $1000 or more to be delivered to a destination other than your billing address, we will confirm that your credit card or financing company has this alternate shipping address on file. To help expedite your order, simply call your issuing bank and provide them with your alternate shipping address.

If you cannot be available, or have someone else available to sign for your package, you can have it shipped to a local hold for pick up location so that you can sign for and pick it up at your leisure. To schedule a hold for pick up, contact a diamond and jewelry consultant.

Delivery Details

Your order delivery method is determined by the price of your order (before tax). You’ll find your method of free shipping listed on the Shipping Information page within the shopping basket. If available, we provide the option to expedite your order with a faster shipping method for a small fee.

Free Shipping

Armak  orders are shipped with the reliability and accountability of UPS or USPS shipping.

For More Information

For more information about returning an item, read our policy on 30-Day Returns.

Gift Packaging

For a special touch, we’ll include a free gift card and enclose your item in our distinctive Armak  packaging. From our classic ring presentation boxes to our soft jewelry pouches, every item arrives presentation-ready.

Shipping To APO & FPO

Armak  ships to APO, FPO, and DPO addresses. For more information, please visit our Military Shipping page.

For insurance reasons, a signature is required for shipments of $1,000 or more,regardless of any signed waivers you may have with our carrier.

Shipping Options

All orders are insured and shipped free via secure carrier, delivery speed is based on the pre-tax value of your order.

• Armak  will only ship to a street address, not a P.O. Box address.
• Signature requirements for delivery:

• For orders totaling $1,000 or more, a signature is required, regardless of any waivers you may have with our carrier.
• For orders under $1,000, our carrier may require a signature.
• If you are unable to be available for signature on a weekday, we can arrange a Saturday delivery for an additional fee. Call 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501)and a Diamond and Jewelry consultant will arrange this for you.

International Shipping

Armak  offers free shipping via trusted carrier into 44 countries. For more information on international shipping, please visit our International Shipping page.

Shipment Of Jewelry

Each item will be placed in either a soft blue fabric pouch or jewelry box tucked inside the distinctive Armak  gift box. Select items will arrive in distinctive dark blue wooden boxes. If you’d like a closer look at how your order will be presented, view the shipping details tab at the bottom of each product page.

Shipment Of Diamonds And Set Rings

All loose diamonds and custom engagement rings will be delivered via FedEx Priority Overnight®. When you receive your loose diamond or built ring it will be presented in a sophisticated, dark blue, wooden ring box. Loose diamonds will be held in place by a tension-secured spring ring. The spring ring is for presentation purposes only and must not be worn.

Read how to protect your jewelry against loss, theft, or damage, withinsurance coverage of jewelry and loose diamonds.

 

30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

30-Day Money Back Guarantee

Our 30-day money back guarantee gives you time to make sure your purchase is perfect. If you need to return it for any reason, we’ll happily provide you with an exchange or full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I return my order?

Are there items that cannot be returned?

Can I return or resize an engraved ring?

How long does it take for a credit to process?

Who pays for return shipping?

Our Return Policy

Your complete satisfaction with our product is guaranteed or items may be returned or exchanged within thirty days from when it was shipped, with a Return Merchandise Authorization.You will only pay for return shipping and insurance fees.To receive a return authorization on orders shipped within the United States follow the steps outlined below.

Please note that to be eligible for return, items must be in their original purchase condition, include all product documentation, and shipped within 30 days.

To expedite exchanging for different product, we recommend returning for refund and placing a new order. Please allow approximately 2 weeks for your refund to be processed.

If a package or item delivered to you arrives damaged, please refuse the shipment or call us immediately at 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501). Please retain all packing materials unless instructed otherwise by Armak . Claims for damaged or missing items must be reported immediately or within 5 days of receipt of your order. Armak  will not be responsible for lost or damaged returned shipments.

Single Jewelry Items $500 or Less:

Individual items of $500* or less being returned for refund can be set up online in just 4 simple steps. Request a Return Merchandise Authorization code and if you’d like, use our convenient pre-paid FedEx Ground® return shipping label for only $9.00 (deducted from your refund). It’s that easy!

*Online Returns do not apply to the following items:

1. International returns.
2. Non-USD currencies.
3. Item(s) shipped over 30 days ago.
4. Individual purchases over $500.
5. Exchanges, repairs, or resizing.
6. Items that became damaged or defective after delivery.
7. Engraved items (rings excluded).

Single Jewelry Items $500 or More:

Please call a Armak  Diamond and Jewelry Consultant at 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for individual items over $500, and items for exchange, repair, resize, or to report damage or defect. These cannot be set up online and require assistance. We recommend that you securely package your items in original packing materials, fully insured. We are not responsible for lost or stolen articles.

Returns are processed during weekdays once the items have been received at our Fulfillment Center. Following receipt of your returned item, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Please allow an average of 1-2 weeks for full processing. Our Quality Assurance department will review the returned item. Items that show signs of wear or have been altered, resized (by a jeweler other than Armak ), or damaged cannot be accepted for return. Please allow another 7 – 10 days after processing for your bank to post credit against your account.

Non-Refundable Items

Engraved jewelry items other than rings may not be returned. Diamonds purchased as part of our Armak  Diamond Upgrade Program May not be returned for credit. All Armak  engraved rings may be returned for credit, however engraving fees are non-refundable. Removal of Armak  engraving from any exchanged or resized ring is free with no additional engraving fee. Special orders are final sale and are not eligible for return. Returns without a Armak  return code, returns sent C.O.D., and improperly or uninsured packages will be refused upon receipt. Returns with missing paperwork or product will not be processed.

International Returns

Additional shipping charges may be incurred if packages are returned via alternate carriers (including, but not limited to, UPS and Canada Post). Armak  reserves the right to charge your credit card for any fees we incur at time of package receipt. To avoid additional charges, we recommend sending your return via our preferred Parcel Pro insured FedEx carrier.

For orders shipping to China, the 30 day period begins on the date you receive your order. The 20% reservation fee is non-refundable.

How To Prepare A Return Or Exchange

To return a diamond or jewelry item to Armak , follow the below process:

1. For all returns call 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501)and you will be given a Return Authorization Code. For all returns, write this code on the return sticker found at the bottom of your original invoice. Place the sticker on the outside of the box you are returning.
2. Package Your Return. We recommend you use the original shipping box, including all original packaging and collateral material. If your item was delivered with a diamond certificate and that certificate is not returned, you will be liable for the US$250 (or equivalent amount in other currencies) replacement cost. For security reasons, do not write Armak  anywhere on the outside of the box.

Insure Your Package. We recommend that you securely package your items in original packing materials, fully insured. We are not responsible for lost or stolen articles. For your convenience and at your discretion, insurance can be purchased through Parcel Pro at a discounted rate. Insurance can be purchased directly from Parcel Pro via an online application should you select this option: www.parcelpro.com/Armak .

PayPal Returns

PayPal orders may be returned for credit back to your PayPal account. Please allow up to 2 weeks for your account to be credited.

Shipping Charges

Shipping charges, including Special Handling and any other related costs, are non-refundable. Please do not ship returns C.O.D. If you receive any portion of your order damaged, please contact us prior to returning the items. Armak  will not reimburse you for unauthorized shipping expenses incurred. Please retain all shipping materials for FedEx pick up and/or inspection.

If we request that you return the merchandise to us, we may reimburse you for full or partial return shipping expenses our discretion. We will not reimburse you for overnight, express or other special services used at your discretion.

After Your Return Is Received By Armak 

Once your return is received into our system, you will receive a confirmation email. System processing occurs Monday through Friday. Please allow our team one business day, up to 24 hours, once the carrier arrives to receive product into our system. Failure to obtain a Return Authorization code, or include Diamond Grading Report(s) can delay receiving your return.

Once entered into our system, your return must be inspected by our Quality Assurance team. Please allow 2-4 business days for this process. If there are any questions regarding your return, we will contact you. Once inspection is complete, your return will be fully processed. For refunds, please allow an additional 2-4 days.

If you are expecting a return shipment, you will receive a shipping confirmation the day of the outbound shipment. You can track the status of your return here. Thank you for shopping at Armak , LLC. If you have any questions about your return, please call a Armak  Diamond & Jewelry Consultant at 1 888-565-7641.

Credits To Your Charge Card

Credit card purchases, Armak  Credit Card and PayPal purchases will be refunded against the credit card or account used on the original purchase. Please allow up to 2 weeks from the date that Armak  has received your return for your account to be credited. You may wish to contact your credit card company on posting guidelines as they can vary. If you made a purchase of US$1000 or greater using a bank wire, and are an International customer, your refund will take approximately 3 weeks from the date of the return’s receipt. For bank wire purchases under US$1000, please allow 3-4 weeks. Bank wire refunds are posted against the original account they originated from.

Sale Price Adjustments

Sale price adjustments must be made within 7 days of the original ship date unless otherwise specified. Price adjustments will be provided as store credit.

Cancel Or Change An Order

If you would like to change or cancel an order please call a Armak  Diamond and Jewelry Consultant at 1 888-565-7641. We will attempt to accommodate order changes to the extent possible prior to shipping confirmation. Some changes will result in a shipping delay. We are unable to accommodate changes or cancellations on special order requests and/or orders that have already shipped. If your order has already shipped, please contact us to set up a merchandise return once you have received the shipment.

Check Return Status

Check the status of your returned item on our Return Status page.

Return Policy

Non-Refundable Items

International orders

How to prepare a return or exchange

After your return is received

Credits to your charge card

Sale price adjustments

Cancel an order

PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated September 26, 2014

Armak  (including Armak , Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates) wants you to know that your privacy is important to us. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to ensure your experience with Armak  is one that you will want to repeat and share with your friends. Part of our commitment to you is to respect and protect the privacy of the personal information you provide to us. The information below is designed to inform you of what information we collect, why we collect such information, and how we use the information we collect. Any reference to our “Site” includes our Armak  website, mobile applications and other software, and any reference to our “Services” includes our Site, customer service phone line and other shopping or product services offered by Armak . This Privacy Policy is incorporated into our Terms of Service. If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy please email us at privacy@Armak .com.

Armak  will occasionally update this Privacy Policy. When a revision is made we will revise the “last updated” date on this page. By using our Services, or sharing your information with us, you are consenting to and accepting this Privacy Policy, including any changes or updates. We may make additional features, functionality, offers, activities, or events available to you subject to additional or different privacy rules that we disclose in connection with those opportunities.

Collection Of Information

Information You Provide. At various times, you may decide to provide us with your personal information. You should know that we receive and may store all personal information (whether written or oral) that you provide to us. This includes personal information provided to us through any means, including, without limitation, through our Site, via e-mail, over the telephone, and through a social media service (for example Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest). You can choose not to provide certain information, but then you might not be able to purchase products or take advantage of many of our promotions, features or Services. In this policy, “personal information” means any information by which you may be identified or contacted, including, but not limited to, a first and last name, phone number, physical address or email address. In addition, we may collect information about your purchases, billing address, shipping address, gender, occupation, birthday, marital status, anniversary, interests, and credit card information.

You may choose to provide us names or other contact information for a friend to take advantage of a referral, fiancé, or other program or to send them product information or gifts. Subject to restrictions imposed under applicable laws and unless otherwise specified when you provide us the information, the information we collect about you and your friend may be stored and used in the ways described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect Through Cookies and Other Technologies. A cookie is a small file that resides on your computer, mobile phone, or other device, and allows us or our business partners to recognize your device when you return to our Service and record information about your usage of our Services.

We use cookies for five general purposes as follows:

1. Essential Operational: Cookies are necessary to allow us to operate our Services. For example, they are required to help you access secure areas (such as your account pages) and to use features like our shopping basket.
2. Performance and Functionality: Cookies help us enhance the performance and functionality of our Services. For example, cookies help us identify you or your device when you come back to our Service so that you do not have to login to see your shopping basket.
3. Analytics and Customization: We use analytics and customization cookies, including third party cookies, to gather information on how our Services are being used by our visitors and to measure how popular our marketing campaigns are. We use the data we get to help customize our Services for you and make the content you see as relevant as possible. We also use the date we collect to help identify and prevent fraud, and to track visits from our affiliates or partners.
4. Targeting/advertising: Cookies help us to regulate the advertisements you receive, provide you with tailored offers, and measure their effectiveness.
5. Social networking cookies: Cookies allow visitors to share our pages and content through third-party social networking websites.

Our business partners may use cookies on our Site, for the same general purposes identified above, including to improve their own marketing, products or services. Third parties may use cookies and other technologies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.

You are always free to decline cookies if your browser permits; although, by declining the use of cookies you may not be able to use certain features on, and significant portions of, our Site. Also, because information we or third parties obtain may be combined, we or third parties may still be able to identify your web browser, computer or mobile device when you access our Services even if you disable cookies. Some browsers incorporate a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that, when turned on, signals to websites and online services that you do not wish to be tracked. Because there is not yet an accepted standard for how to respond to browser DNT signals, we do not currently respond to them. Certain third party companies who may utilize cookies or other technologies on our Services enable you to opt out of behavioral advertising (which often uses cookies) as described below under Information that We May Share with Others. For more information about the use of cookies and how to block them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org, www.youronlinechoices.eu (Europe) orwww.aboutads.info/choices (United States).

We may use, or permit our business partners to use, other technologies similar to cookies for the same purposes as we use cookies, for example:

Tracking Images: We may use tracking images (such as GIFs), which are small image files that we embed into our e-mail newsletters, to learn whether you opened or forwarded the newsletter or clicked on any of the content. This information tells us about our newsletters’ effectiveness and helps us ensure that we’re delivering information that you find interesting.

Local Storage: We use local storage (such as HTML5 or Flash) for frequency capping purposes and to provide you with relevant advertising.

We may collect information about your location and your mobile device, including a unique identifier for your device, when you download or use our mobile application.

Use Of Your Personal Information

We may use the information we collect about you to:

• Facilitate your purchases and provide the services you request,
• Confirm and track your order,
• Respond to your comments, inquiries and requests,
• Compare and review your information for errors, omissions and accuracy,
• Prevent and detect fraud or abuse,
• Provide and improve our services and product offerings, and develop new ones,
• Improve marketing and promotional efforts, and overall customer experience,
• Identify your product and service preferences,
• Offer you personalized content, including by providing customized content and advertising,
• Understand our customer demographics, preferences, interests, and behavior,
• Administer and fulfill our contests and other promotions,
• Process or respond to your application for current or future career opportunities,
• Contact you regarding products and services (of Armak  or our partners) that we believe may be of interest to you, and
• Other uses with your consent.

We may combine the information you provide to us over time and we may combine such information with information that is publicly available, collected through cookies and other technologies, and information that we receive from our partners, affiliates and other third parties.

We value your comments, feedback, testimonials, etc., which help us improve our services and products. By making such submissions to us, you assign your rights in the submissions to us, as described in the “Submissions” section of our Terms and Conditions page.

Information That We May Share With Others

We may share your information, including personal information, as follows:

Service Providers: We may use third-party service providers to perform certain services on our behalf, including: shipping, payment processing, data storage/management, webhosting, fulfillment, assembly, marketing, mailing, and emailing.

Special Events: If you choose to participate in a special event (for example, a promotion, contest, or sweepstakes), Armak  may share your information with those organizations participating in the applicable event.

Sharing with Other Companies (for their marketing or analytics purposes): We may share your information with other companies or organizations which are not part of Armak . These companies and organizations may use the information we share to provide, or help other companies provide, offers to you, to market products, services or opportunities to you, and to perform data analytics regarding your use of our Services.

Companies that we share information with may use the information we provide to them, often in combination with their existing information, to provide you with more relevant advertising. You may opt out of receiving personalized advertisements from advertising companies that are members of the Network Advertising Initiative or who subscribe to the Digital Advertising Alliance’s Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioral Advertising by visitinghttp://www.networkadvertising.org/choices and http://www.aboutads.info/choices.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, we will only share your personal information with other companies for their own marketing purpose with your prior opt-in consent.

Compliance with Law and Fraud Protection: We may disclose your information: (1) when we believe in good faith that it is necessary to comply with any applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request; (2) in order to investigate, prevent or take action regarding illegal activities, suspected fraud, situations involving potential threats to the physical safety of any person; (3) to other companies and organizations for fraud protection and risk reduction; and (4) to enforce any agreement we have with you.

Business Transfer: Your information may be disclosed as part of any merger, sale of company assets or acquisition, as well as in the event of an insolvency, bankruptcy or receivership, in which case information would be transferred as one of the business assets of the Company.

Aggregate Information: We may, and we may authorize third parties to, create aggregate records from personal information by excluding information that makes the information personally identifiable. We may use and disclose, and authorize third parties to use and disclose, aggregate information at our discretion.

Children Under 13

Armak  does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we learn that we have collected personally identifiable information from a child under the age of 13, we will delete that data from our systems. Please visit the FTC’s website at http://www.ftc.gov for tips on protecting children’s privacy online.

Links

Our Site may provide links to third-party websites which are outside our control and not covered by this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review the privacy policies posted on these (and all) websites.

Security

We utilize a combination of physical and electronic security technologies, procedures, and organizational measures to help protect your personally identifiable information from unauthorized access, use or disclosure. While we strive to safeguard your personal information, we cannot guarantee or warrant the security of any information you disclose or transmit to us.

Accessing And Updating Your Information

If you have created a Armak  account you can review and change certain personal information relating to your Armak  account at any time by logging on to your account. Otherwise, to learn more, please contact us as set forth below.

Choice/Opt-Out

We want to communicate with you only if you want to continue to hear from us.

To opt out of receiving email promotions that we send you: (1) select “unsubscribe” on our subscription status page and enter the requested information or follow the unsubscribe instructions in any of our promotional emails; or (2) write to Legal Department at 411 First Avenue, South, Suite 700, Seattle, WA, 98104 (a “postal request”). To opt out of telephone promotions, you can tell us when we call you or you can send us a postal request. To opt out of postal mail promotions, please send us a postal request.

Opting out of communication with us does not affect our communications with you via telephone or email related to your orders with us or other transactional emails.

Where required by law, we obtain your prior opt-in consent at the time of data collection for the processing of (i) personal information for marketing purposes and (ii) personal information deemed sensitive pursuant to applicable law.

International Data Storage And Processing

Your information may be stored and processed in the United States or any other country in which Armak  or its service providers maintain facilities. Those countries may not have the same data protection laws as the country in which you initially provided that information. When we transfer your personal information to other countries, we will protect it as described in this Privacy Policy. You consent to any such transfer of information outside of your country.

If you are located in the EEA or Switzerland, we comply with applicable legal requirements providing adequate protection for the transfer of personal information to countries outside of the EEA or Switzerland. Armak  complies with the US-EU Safe Harbor Framework and US-Swiss Safe Harbor Framework as set forth by the US Department of Commerce regarding the collection, use, and retention of personal information from European Union member countries and Switzerland. Armak  has certified that it adheres to the Safe Harbor Privacy Principles of notice, choice, onward transfer, security, data integrity, access, and enforcement. To learn more about the Safe Harbor program, and to view our certification page, please visithttp://www.export.gov/safeharbor.

In compliance with the US-EU and US-Swiss Safe Harbor Principles, Armak  commits to resolve complaints about your privacy and our collection or use of your personal information. European Union or Swiss citizens with inquiries or complaints regarding this privacy policy should first contact us via email at privacy@Armak .com.

Armak  has further committed to refer unresolved privacy complaints under the US-EU and US-Swiss Safe Harbor Principles to an independent dispute resolution mechanism, the BBB EU SAFE HARBOR, operated by the Council of Better Business Bureaus. If you do not receive timely acknowledgment of your complaint to Armak , or if your complaint is not satisfactorily addressed by Armak , please visit the BBB EU SAFE HARBOR website at www.bbb.org/us/safe-harbor-complaints for more information and to file a complaint.

Your California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident and would like a copy of our notice describing what categories of personal information we share with third parties or corporate affiliates for their direct marketing purposes and the names and addresses of the third parties and affiliates that received your information in the past year, please submit a written request to the following address: Armak  Legal Department at 411 First Avenue, South, Suite 700, Seattle, WA, 98104; attn: California Privacy. Please allow up to 30 days for us to process your request. You may submit such a request once per year.

How To Contact Us

If you have any questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or if you would like us to update information you provide to us, send an email to privacy@Armak .com or contact:

Armak , Inc.
Legal Department.
411 First Avenue S., Suite 700.
Seattle, Washington 98104

Armak , Inc. is the entity responsible for the collection and processing of your personal information.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

These terms and conditions apply to the Armak  Web site located at www.thearmak.com .com, and all associated Web sites linked to www.thearmak.com .com by Armak , its subsidiaries and affiliates, including Armak ‘s sites around the world (collectively ‘the Site’). Please read these terms and conditions (the ‘Terms and Conditions’) carefully. BY USING THE SITE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of, and any purchase from, the Armak  Site, and constitute an agreement between you and Armak . Armak  reserves the right to change or modify any of these Terms and Conditions or any policy or guideline of the Site at any time, and in its sole discretion. Any change or modification will be effective immediately upon posting of the revisions on the Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of its changes or modifications will constitute your acceptance of such changes or modifications. Therefore, you should frequently review these Terms and Conditions and any other applicable policies from time-to-time to understand the terms and conditions that apply to your use of the Site. If you do not agree to the amended terms, you must stop using the Site.

• Product Availability and Pricing
• Diamond Certificates
• Comparison Purchasing
• Information on our Site
• Policy on Ethical Sourcing
• Privacy Policy
• Site Content
• Trademarks
• Use of the Site
• Infringer Policy
• Third Party Content
• Advertisements and Promotions
• Submissions
• Product Reviews and User Content
• Indemnification
• Disclaimer of Warranty
• Limitation of Liability
• Applicable Law and Venue
• Modification and Notice
• Termination
• Severability
• Questions & Contact Information

Product Availability And Pricing

If you’re interested in a piece of jewelry that is currently on back order, call us and we can tell you when the item will be back in stock. Sometimes with the volume of orders we receive, an item may go out of stock before we are able to post a notification on the Site. If this happens, we will contact you directly to discuss possible options.

Data, including prices, may be inaccurately displayed on our Site due to system or typographical errors. While we make every attempt to avoid these errors, they may occur. We reserve the right to correct any and all errors when they do occur, and we do not honor inaccurate or erroneous prices. If a product’s listed price is lower than its actual price, we will, at our discretion, either contact you for instructions before shipping the product or cancel the order and notify you of such cancellation. If the order has been shipped, you agree to either return the product or pay the difference between the actual and charged prices. Our prices are also subject to change without notice. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact one of our Diamond and Jewelry Consultants at[email protected] .com or 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501).

We do not negotiate prices on our products and all our prices are final.

Diamond Certificates

When you order a loose diamond, we ship it to you with the accompanying diamond grading report (also called a diamond certificate). These grading reports are detailed documents created by diamond grading experts at one of two highly-respected diamond laboratories – making it very expensive to replace a diamond grading report. Because of this, we require each diamond grading report to be included with each returned diamond. If you do not include the diamond grading report with your return, you will be charged a replacement fee of $250.

Comparison Purchasing

To keep our prices low, we do not allow comparison purchasing. Comparison purchasing is the act of buying several items with the intent of keeping the one you like best and returning the remainder. This causes undue restocking and inventory overhead and can be very costly. To confirm the quality of a jewelry item, please contact one of our Diamond and Jewelry Consultants at [email protected] .com or 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501), and we would be happy to help you make your choice.

Information On Our Site

At Armak , we make every attempt to ensure that our online catalog is as accurate and complete as possible. In order to give you the opportunity to view our products in great detail, some products may appear larger or smaller than their actual size in our photographs; and since every computer monitor is set differently, color and size may vary slightly.

Our objective is to provide you with as much information and detail about your prospective purchase as possible so that you can see the beauty and shape of a particular item. In compliance with industry standards and FTC regulations, Armak  states that carat total weight in all purchases may vary 0.05 carats from stated weight.

On the Site, we provide the measurement of our products based on our manufacturing specifications. Slight tolerances may be accounted for based on finishing during the manufacturing. Width tolerance on machine made wedding bands of 0.20mm is allowed. Cast manufactured rings can vary slightly more.

For gemstone and pearl measurements, a tolerance of 0.25mm is allowed.

For diamond jewelry set with multiple diamonds, we provide the minimum total carat weight for the piece. Color and clarity grades are expressed as either a minimum or an average depending on the number of diamonds. If stated as a minimum, all diamonds within the piece are at or above the stated quality. If expressed as an average, collectively the quality is equal to or exceeds the grade stated.

Policy On Ethical Sourcing

At Armak , we only purchase diamonds through the largest and most respected suppliers who, like us, proudly adhere to and enforce the standards established by the Kimberley Process, an international system that polices the trade of diamonds to ensure they are from sources free of conflict. Read more about Armak ‘s policy on ethical sourcing and the steps we take to ensure our diamonds are from conflict free sources.

Privacy Policy

Please refer to our Privacy Policy for information on how Armak  collects, uses, and discloses personally identifiable information from its customers.

Site Content

The Site and all content and other materials, including, without limitation, the Armak  logo, and all designs, text, graphics, pictures, selection, coordination, ‘look and feel’, information, data, software, sound files, other files and the selection and arrangement thereof (collectively, the “Site Materials”) are the proprietary property of Armak  or its licensors or users and are protected by trade dress, copyright, patent and trademark laws, and various other intellectual property rights and unfair competition laws.

Trademarks

Armak , Build Your Own Ring, Build Your Own Three-Stone Ring, Build Your Own Earrings, Build Your Own Diamond Pendant, the Armak  logos, and any other product or service name or slogan contained in our Site are trademarks of Armak  and its suppliers or licensors, and may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of Armak  or the applicable trademark holder. You may not use any metatags or any other “hidden text” utilizing “Armak ” or any other name, trademark or product or service name of Armak  without our prior written permission. All other trademarks, registered trademarks, product names and Armak  names or logos mentioned in our Site are the property of their respective owners.

Use Of The Site

You are granted a personal, limited, non-sublicensable license to access and use our Site and electronically copy, (except where prohibited without a license) and print to hard copy portions of our Site Materials for your informational, non-commercial and personal use only. Such license is subject to these Terms and Conditions and does not include: (a) any resale or commercial use of our Site or the Site Materials therein; (b) the collection and use of any product listings, pictures or descriptions for commercial purposes; (c) the distribution, public performance or public display of any Site Materials, (d) modifying or otherwise making any derivative uses of our Site and the Site Materials, or any portion thereof; (e) use of any automated means to access, monitor or interact with any portion of our Site, including through data mining, robots, spiders, scraping, or similar data gathering or extraction methods; (f) downloading (other than the page caching) of any portion of our Site, the Site Materials or any information contained therein, except as expressly permitted on our Site; (g) cause to appear any pop-up, pop-under, exit windows, expanding buttons, banners, advertisement, or anything else which minimizes, covers, or frames or inhibits the full display of our Site; (h) use our web sites in any way which interferes with the normal operation of our sites; or (i) any use of our Site or the Site Materials other than for its intended purpose. Any use of our Site or the Site Materials other than as specifically authorized herein, without the prior written permission of Armak , is strictly prohibited and will terminate the license granted herein. Such unauthorized use may also violate applicable laws, including without limitation copyright and trademark laws and applicable communications regulations and statutes. Unless explicitly stated herein, nothing in these Terms and Conditions shall be construed as conferring any license to intellectual property rights, whether by estoppel, implication, or otherwise. This license is revocable at any time.

Infringer Policy

In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable law, Armak  has adopted a policy of terminating and barring, in appropriate circumstances and at Armak ‘s sole discretion, site users or account holders who are deemed to be repeat infringers. Armak  may also at its sole discretion limit access to this site and/or terminate the accounts of any users who infringe any intellectual property rights of others, whether or not there is any repeat infringement.

Third Party Content

Armak  may provide links to Web pages and content of third parties (‘Third Party Content’) as a service to those interested in this information. Armak  does not monitor or have any control over any Third Party Content or third party Sites. Armak  does not endorse any Third Party Content and can make no guarantee as to its accuracy or completeness. Armak  does not represent or warrant the accuracy of any information contained therein, and undertakes no responsibility to update or review any Third Party Content. Users use these links and Third Party Content contained therein at their own risk.

Advertisements And Promotions

Armak  may run advertisements and promotions from third parties on our Site. Your business dealings or correspondence with, or participation in promotions of, advertisers other than Armak , and any terms, conditions, warranties, or representations associated with such dealings, are solely between you and such third party. Armak  is not responsible or liable for any loss or damage of any sort incurred as the result of any such dealings or as the result of the presence of such non-Armak  advertisers on our Site.

Submissions

You acknowledge and agree that any materials, including but not limited to questions, comments, suggestions, ideas, plans, notes, drawings, original or creative materials or other information, regarding this site, Armak , or our products or services that are provided by you to Armak  are non-confidential and shall become the sole property of Armak . Armak  will own exclusive rights, including all intellectual property rights, and will be entitled to the unrestricted use and dissemination of these materials for any purpose, commercial or otherwise, without acknowledgment or compensation to you. You grant Armak  and its affiliates and sublicensees the right to use the name that you submit in connection with such content, if they choose. You represent and warrant that (a) you own and control all of the rights to the content that you submit, or that you otherwise have the right to submit such content to this site; (b) the content is accurate and not misleading; and (c) use and posting of the content you supply will not violate any rights of or cause injury to any person or entity.

Product Reviews And User Content

Our Site includes a product review feature, and includes or may include in the future discussion forums, user generated content, or other areas or services in which you or third parties create, post, or store any content, messages, materials or other items on our Site (‘Interactive Areas’). You are solely responsible for your use of such Interactive Areas and use them at your own risk. By using any Interactive Areas, you agree not to post, upload to, transmit, distribute, store, create or otherwise publish through our Site any of the following:

1. Any message, data, information, text, music, sound, photos, video, graphics, code or other material (‘User Content’) that is unlawful, libelous, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, indecent, lewd, suggestive, harassing, threatening, invasive of privacy or publicity rights, abusive, inflammatory, fraudulent or otherwise objectionable;
2. User Content that would constitute, encourage or provide instructions for a criminal offense, violate the rights of any party, or that would otherwise create liability or violate any local, state, national or international law, including, without limitation, the regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission or any rules of a securities exchange such as the New York Stock Exchange, the American Stock Exchange or the NASDAQ;
3. User Content that may infringe any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright or other intellectual or proprietary right of any party. By posting any User Content, you represent and warrant that you have the lawful right to distribute and reproduce such User Content;
4. User Content that impersonates any person or entity or otherwise misrepresents your affiliation with a person or entity;
5. Unsolicited promotions, political campaigning, advertising or solicitations;
6. Private information of any third party, including, without limitation, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, Social Security numbers and credit card numbers;
7. Viruses, corrupted data or other harmful, disruptive or destructive files; and
8. User Content that, in the sole judgment of Armak , is objectionable or which restricts or inhibits any other person from using or enjoying the Interactive Areas or our Site, or which may expose Armak  or its users to any harm or liability of any type.

Armak  takes no responsibility and assumes no liability for any User Content posted, stored or uploaded by you or any third party, or for any loss or damage thereto, nor is Armak  liable for any mistakes, defamation, slander, libel, omissions, falsehoods, obscenity, pornography or profanity you may encounter. Your use of Interactive Areas is at your own risk. As a provider of interactive services, Armak  is not liable for any statements, representations or User Content provided by its users in any public forum, personal home page or other Interactive Area. Although Armak  has no obligation to screen, edit or monitor any of the Content posted in any Interactive Area, Armak  reserves the right, and has absolute discretion, to remove, screen or edit any User Content posted or stored on our Site at any time and for any reason without notice, and you are solely responsible for creating backup copies of and replacing any User Content you post or store on our Site at your sole cost and expense.. Any use of the Interactive Areas or other portions of our Site in violation of the foregoing violates these Terms and Conditions and may result in, among other things, termination or suspension of your rights to use the Interactive Areas and/or our Site. In order to cooperate with legitimate governmental requests, subpoenas or court orders, to protect Armak ‘s systems and customers, or to ensure the integrity and operation of Armak ‘s business and systems, Armak  may access and disclose any information it considers necessary or appropriate, including, without limitation, user profile information (i.e. name, e-mail address, etc.), IP addressing and traffic information, usage history, and posted User Content. Armak ‘s right to disclose any such information shall govern over any terms of Armak ‘s Privacy Policy.

If you post User Content to our Site, unless we indicate otherwise, you grant Armak  and its affiliates a nonexclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform and display such User Content throughout the world in any media. You grant Armak  and its affiliates and sublicensees the right to use the name that you submit in connection with such content, if they choose. You represent and warrant that (a) you own and control all of the rights to the User Content that you post or you otherwise have the right to post such User Content to our Site; (b) the User Content is accurate and not misleading; and (c) use and posting of the User Content you supply does not violate these Terms and Conditions and will not violate any rights of or cause injury to any person or entity.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Armak , its independent contractors, service providers and consultants, and their respective directors, employees and agents, from and against any claims, damages, costs, liabilities, and expenses (including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to any Content you post, store or otherwise transmit on or through our Site or your use of or inability to use our Site, including without limitation any actual or threatened suit, demand or claim made against Armak  and/or its independent contractors, service providers, employees, directors or consultants, arising out of or relating to the Content, your conduct, your violation of these Terms and Conditions or your violation of the rights of any third party.

Disclaimer Of Warranty

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED TO THE CONTRARY IN A WRITING BY ARMAK , THIS SITE, THE CONTENT CONTAINED THEREIN AND THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES PROVIDED ON OR IN CONNECTION THEREWITH (THE “PRODUCTS AND SERVICES”) ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ARMAK  DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT AS TO THE INFORMATION, CONTENT, AND MATERIALS IN OUR SITE. ARMAK  DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT MATERIALS IN OUR SITE OR THE SERVICES ARE ACCURATE, COMPLETE, RELIABLE, CURRENT OR ERROR-FREE. ARMAK  DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT OUR SITE OR ITS SERVERS ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

Limitation Of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL ARMAK , ITS DIRECTORS, MEMBERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR LOSS OF DATA, WHETHER IN AN ACTION IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF OUR SITE, THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES, OR THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN OR ACCESSED THROUGH OUR SITE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY DAMAGES CASED BY OR RESULTING FROM RELIANCE BY USER ON ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM ARMAK , OR THAT RESULT FROM MISTAKES, OMISSIONS, INTERRUPTIONS, DELETION OF FILES OR EMAIL, ERRORS, DEFECTS, VIRUSES, DELAYS IN OPERATION OR TRANSMISSION OR ANY FAILURE OF PERFORMANCE, WHETHER OR NOT RESULTING FROM ACTS OF GOD, COMMUNICATIONS FAILURE, THEFT, DESTRUCTION OR UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO ARMAK ‘S RECORDS, PROGRAMS OR SERVICES.

Applicable Law And Venue

These Terms and Conditions and your use of this site will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, applicable to agreements made and to be entirely performed within the State of Washington, without resort to its conflict of law provisions. You agree that any action at law or in equity arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions shall be filed only in the state and federal courts located in King County, Washington and you hereby irrevocably and unconditionally consent and submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts over any suit, action or proceeding arising out of your use of this site, any purchase from this site, or these Terms and Conditions.

Modification And Notice

You agree that Armak  may modify these Terms and Conditions and any other policies on our Site at any time and that posting the modified Terms and Conditions or policies on our Site will constitute sufficient notice of such modification.

Termination

Notwithstanding any of these Terms and Conditions, Armak  reserves the right, without notice and in its sole discretion, to terminate your license to use this site, and to block or prevent future your access to and use of the Site.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions shall be deemed unlawful, void or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and Conditions and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.

Questions & Contact Information

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact one of our Diamond and Jewelry Consultants at[email protected] .com or 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501). These Terms and Conditions do not apply to content provided by the Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company. Terms and Conditions updated on December 5th, 2008.

SECURE SHOPPING

At Armak , we want to make your shopping experience easy and comfortable, so we have taken measures to guarantee all orders you place with us will be secure and safe. We use the latest in security technology to ensure your credit card information stays safe, as well as maintain the utmost respect for your personal information and guarantee that we will never sell it to a third party. Once your order is shipped it is sent securely, insured from our door to yours.

Protected Online Transactions

When you use your credit card to make a purchase through our shopping basket, the information you provide is protected by Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption technology. This technology ensures that your personal information is protected from outside parties when transmitted from your computer to our server.

Safe Purchases Over The Phone

If you would prefer to purchase your certified diamonds and fine jewelry over the telephone, please contact one of our Diamond and Jewelry Consultants. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and get your credit card information or assist you in arranging for a bank wire transfer. Please call us at 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501).

Insured Shipping To Your Door

Armak  insures all orders in shipment. That means from our door to yours, your purchase is under our protection.

ETHICAL SOURCING

The Armak  Conflict-Free Diamond Policy

Armak , along with the global diamond industry, has a zero-tolerance policy toward conflict diamonds. Through measures such as the Kimberley Process, which tracks diamonds from mine to market, the industry in partnership with the United Nations, governments, and non-governmental organizations, polices diamond exports to prevent the trade of illegal diamonds. At Armak , we only purchase diamonds through the largest and most respected suppliers who, like us, proudly adhere to and enforce the standards established by the Kimberley Process. All Armak  diamonds are warranted to be conflict free. If one of our suppliers was ever found to be in violation of that process, we would immediately sever that relationship. We will continue to support and promote any process that works to uphold legitimacy in the diamond trade. Diamonds are mined throughout the world, including major mines in Australia, Africa, Russia and Canada. Diamonds are a major source of good in many African nations, employing and providing healthcare to thousands. For more information on this issue, please visit DiamondFacts.org.

About The Kimberley Process

Armak  supports the Kimberley process, which is an International process to track and certify diamonds. In April 2003, congress and President Bush passed a law adopting the Kimberley Process that requires all US diamond retailers to buy diamonds from manufacturers who have documentation warranting that the merchandise was obtained through legitimate channels. Today, the US Customs Service actively enforces the Kimberley Process requirements as diamonds enter American ports.

Concerning Zimbabwe Diamonds

Armak  is committed to ensuring that the highest ethical standards are observed when sourcing our diamonds and jewelry. Because of the reported human rights abuses in Zimbabwe’s Marange diamond district, Armak  will not purchase or offer diamonds from that area. As a responsible member of the diamond and jewelry industry, we are working with our suppliers to ensure our consumers receive only the finest goods procured from ethical sources.

The Armak  Position On Responsible Mining

Across our business, Armak  observes the highest ethical standards. We insist our business partners do the same. This extends to our gold sourcing. The issue of responsible mining is an important one and deserves our attention. As a signatory of The Golden Rules, and as a first step, we will:

• Work to ensure that our gold and metals come from suppliers that meet the highest human rights, social, and environmental criteria.
• Engage suppliers to influence the sourcing of gold products.
• Research mining, refinement, and manufacturing practices of gold that moves through the supply chain.
• Give preference to suppliers that source gold from mines that observe high standards of environmental stewardship.
• In concert with our suppliers, commit to increased gold sourcing from recycled and secondary sources.
• Measure and establish benchmarks with a goal of continuous improvement.

Armak  views its policy on responsible mining as an evolving standard. It commits to continuously review our position with the goal of expanding it over time to have the broadest possible impact.

INTERNATIONAL ORDER & SHIPPING POLICIES

We are proud to ship to customers in many countries around the globe. View our International Shipping page for the full list of countries and currencies that we support.

The policies below apply to Armak  orders shipped to all applicable countries with the exception of the EU, Canada, the UAE, and China. For Armak  orders shipping to the US (or APO/FPO addresses) please see our US Order & Shipping Policies.

This page contains the following sections

• International Shipments
• Importer of Record
• Restrictions
• Shipping
• Shipping Insurance
• Order Payment
• Customs, Duties and Taxes
• Limitations
• Privacy
• Returns

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact one of our Diamond and Jewelry Consultants at[email protected] .com or 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501). For additional information, please view our Terms and Conditions

International Shipments

Importer Of Record

The importer of record refers to the individual or company who is responsible for ensuring that goods are imported in accordance with all laws and regulations of the destination country. The importer of record is responsible for paying all duties, taxes, and fees assessed by customs or the carrier. For further details, please visit our page on Customs, Duties and Taxes.

For the following countries, the recipient is the importer of record:

• Australia
• Guam
• Hong Kong
• Japan
• Macau
• Mexico
• New Zealand
• Northern Mariana Islands
• Norway
• Puerto Rico
• Singapore
• Switzerland
• Taiwan
• U.S. Virgin Islands

For the following countries, Armak  acts as the importer of record on behalf of the recipient:

• Canada
• China
• United Arab Emirates
• The European Union

Title And Risk Of Loss

Importer of Record Recipients

Title and risk of loss for items ordered will transfer to the recipient once your shipment has been picked up by the carrier from Armak ‘s facilities.

Non-Importer of Record Recipients

Title and risk of loss for items ordered, transfer to the recipient upon pickup or delivery.

Restrictions

Items eligible to be shipped under our International Shipping Policy are based on the destination country.

Due to specific regulations, Armak ‘s product set may differ for the following countries: Canada, China, and Europe (including Norway and Switzerland).

For shipments destined for Australia, Guam, Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, Mexico, New Zealand, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Taiwan, and US Virgin Islands, all products on our US website are eligible.

Shipping

All international orders will be shipped, with no additional charge, via secure, trusted carrier. Please note that the arrival times listed on the US website apply to US shipping addresses only. Estimates of the international shipping delivery times can be provided by one of our Diamond and Jewelry Consultants at [email protected] .com or 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501).

Asset Protection

Asset protection is provided by a premier global insurance company on all orders shipped internationally. A fee of 0.20% of the value of your order will be applied during the checkout process, except for orders to the UAE and China. This protects your order from the time it leaves Armak  to when it arrives at your door. This policy is an agreement between the customer and the insurance company. Details about the insurance company and claims process will be provided to you following your purchase in your order confirmation email. For questions about asset protection for shipments to the U.A.E., please contact [email protected] .com.

Order Payment

Armak  accepts payment in any of the following currencies: Australian dollar, Canadian dollar, Chinese Yuan renminbi, Hong Kong dollar, Japanese yen, Macau pataca, Mexican peso, New Taiwan dollar, New Zealand dollar, Singapore dollar, United Arab Emirates dirham, or United States dollar. For orders shipping to China, we can only accept payment in Chinese Yuan renminbi.

View payment methods accepted by Armak .

Customs, Duties And Taxes

The customs office of the destination country may impose customs fees, import duties, taxes, and other charges to your international order. These additional charges required for customs clearance are the responsibility of the recipient unless otherwise noted. When your order arrives at customs, either the carrier or customs office will contact you directly to arrange for the payment of any charges that may be due.

For the following countries, duties and/or taxes will be collected in the cart during the checkout process:

• Canada
• China
• United Arab Emirates
• The European Union

For the following countries all customs fees, duties, and taxes will be collected by the carrier or customs office prior to delivery:

• Australia
• Guam
• Hong Kong
• Japan
• Macau
• Mexico
• New Zealand
• Northern Mariana Islands
• Norway
• Puerto Rico
• Singapore
• Switzerland
• Taiwan
• U.S. Virgin Islands

Common Clearance Fees

Disbursement Fee – In order to expedite customs clearance, the carrier may advance duty and tax charges on the customer’s behalf. A disbursement fee based on the amount advanced will be assessed to the customer when noted in the tables below.

Security Surcharge – Heightened international security requires the carrier to make ongoing investments to meet more stringent international security conditions. A security fee may be imposed.

Warehouse Fee – If your order is unable to be delivered, or duties and taxes are not paid, a warehouse fee may be applied.

The table below shows estimated duty and tax rates. Please be advised that Armak  has no control over these charges. The actual amount charged by customs may differ from the rates below. Country of origin information for your order can be provided by our Diamond and Jewelry Consultants to assist in estimating import duties. Please contact your local customs office for further details.

Australia

Estimated Duty Rate
Loose Diamonds: 0% 
U.S. origin goods: 0% 
Orders under AU$ 1,000: 0% 
Other orders: 5%

Estimated Tax Rate
10% 
Orders under AU$ 1,000 are not subject to tax 

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 0% to 15.5%

NOTE: Orders AU$ 1,000-AU$ 10,000 may be subject to an Import Declaration fee off AU$ 50.00. 
All orders AU$ 10,000 and higher may be subject to an Import Declaration Fee of AU$152.00.
Packages may be subject to an Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service fee (AQIS) of AU$ 33.00.

SITE: www.customs.gov.au 

China

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 17%

SITE: www.customs.gov.cn

Guam

Estimated Duty Rate
0%

Estimated Tax Rate
4% (0% if order is less than USD $1,000)

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 0% to 4%

SITE: www.cqa.guam.gov 

Hong Kong

Estimated Duty Rate
0%

Estimated Tax Rate
0%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 0%

NOTE:For all orders over HKD 1,000, the Hong Kong Census & Statistics Department requires the filing of a Notice on Lodgement of Import/Export Declaration Form within 14 days receipt and declaration charges of HK$0.50 for the first HK$46,000 of order value plus $0.25 for each additional $1,000 or part thereof.

SITE: www.customs.gov.hk 

Japan

Estimated Duty Rate
Loose Diamonds: 0% 
Other Items: 0% to 5.5% depending on country of manufacture

Estimated Tax Rate
8%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 8% to 13.5%

NOTE: Customers may be required to pay a 500 JPY FedEx Advancement Fee after they have received their package.

SITE: www.customs.go.jp 

Macau

Estimated Duty Rate
0%

Estimated Tax Rate
0%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 0%

SITE: www.customs.gov.mo 

Mexico

Estimated Duty Rate
Loose Diamonds: 0%
U.S. or Canada origin goods: 0%
Other Items: 0% to 20% depending on country of manufacture

Estimated Tax Rate
16%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 16% to 36%

NOTE: Orders consigned directly to a Mexican Company must be valued under $1,000 USD.

For shipments below MXN $35,425.00 an entry fee of MXN$112.00-MXN$571.00 may be applied.

All orders require an RFC or CURP number. These are collected by our Diamond and Jewelry Consultants during the checkout process. Payment of duties and taxes can be paid to the carrier directly or through a PECA transaction. Orders may be subject to the below fees;

• Contraprestacion (Pay the pedimento): MXN$57.00
• Customs Processing Fee: MXN$287.00
• Prevalidation (by pedimento): minimum MXN$210.00 (.008 per MXN)

The following applies to shipments over MXN$36,000.00. If you do not already have one, you must register for a tax ID. To register for a tax ID please visit the Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT) website. This process will take a couple of days and should be done before your order is placed. After you have received a tax ID, you must request an Import License. Please visit the Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT) website to apply for the Import License. Prior to delivery, the carrier will request the following documents;

• Power of Attorney (Carta Encomienda)
• Letter of No Marketing (Carta de No Comercialización)
• Value Manifestation (Manifestación de Valor)

For your convenience, you may elect to use the carrier as your customs broker. Brokerage fees are approximately MXN $700.00 for shipments above this value.

New Zealand

Estimated Duty Rate
Loose Diamonds: 0%
Other Items: 0% to 5% depending on country of manufacture

Estimated Tax Rate
15%
For orders over NX$ 1,000 there is a NZ$ 24.75 Import fee and NZ$ 12.50 Biosecurity Systems Entry Levy fee.

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 15% to 20%

NOTE: A free Importer Number is also required to receive delivery. Importer Numbers are assigned 1-3 days after returning this form to Customs.

SITE: www.customs.govt.nz 

Northern Mariana Islands

Estimated Duty Rate
0%

Estimated Tax Rate
5.75%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 5.75%

SITE: www.cnmidof.net/customs 

Puerto Rico

Estimated Duty Rate
0%

Estimated Tax Rate
0%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 0%

SITE: www.cbp.gov 

Singapore

Estimated Duty Rate
0%

Estimated Tax Rate
7%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 7%

NOTE: The recipient, as the importer of record, is responsible for working with the local authorities to resolve any GST tax issues. If a GST refund is desired because an order is returned or because an exchange, repair, or resize order is assessed GST tax, the recipient is responsible for following the procedures necessary to request such refund. Tax assessment and refund decisions are made by the Singapore authorities and are not controlled by Armak . Requests for copies of shipping documents needed to apply for tax refund requests may take up to 30 business days to fulfill.

SITE: www.customs.gov.sg 

Taiwan

Estimated Duty Rate
0%

Estimated Tax Rate
5%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 5%

SITE: eweb.customs.gov.tw 

United Arab Emirates

Estimated Duty Rate
Loose Diamonds: 0%
Gold jewelry: 1%
Gold and diamond jewelry: 1.5%
All Other Jewelry: 5%

Estimated Tax Rate
0%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 0% to 5%

NOTE: Duties set by the UAE are non-refundable and remitted on your behalf by Armak .

US Virgin Islands

Estimated Duty Rate
0%

Estimated Tax Rate
0%

Total Duty & Tax Rate Estimate: 0%

SITE: www.cbp.gov

Limitations

Please note that products shipped internationally may not be designed in accordance with destination country standards, specifications, and labeling requirements. The customer is responsible for determining that products can be lawfully and legally imported into the destination country.

Privacy

Please note that international shipments are subject to opening and inspection by customs authorities. Additionally, information about your order, shipment and products contained therein may be communicated to our shippers and the customs authorities as part of the customs clearance process.

Returns

To ensure you make the right choice, we offer a very flexible return policy. If for any reason you are not satisfied, you can return any item without custom engraving in its original condition within 30 days of the date of shipment for a refund or an exchange. For orders shipping to China, the 30 day period begins on the date you receive your order. The 20% reservation fee is non-refundable. Read the details of our 30-Day Returns Policy.

Terms and Conditions updated on August 17, 2016.

 

INTERNATIONAL PAYMENT METHODS

For orders shipping to Australia, European Union, Guam, Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, New Zealand, Northern Mariana Islands, Norway, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, and the US Virgin Islands, we offer the following payment methods:

• Bank Wire / International Money Transfer (IMT) / Telegraphic Transfer (TT): Arrange payment through your bank and receive a 1.5% discount.

• Bank wires may take up to 3 business days to be received.
• The bank wire discount is applied before the shipping insurance charge is added. For split payments using bank wires and another method of payment, the bank wire discount is applied to the portion paid by bank wire.
• Note: most banks charge a fee for the transmission of a bank wire. Please ensure that your bank has included this fee when processing your bank wire. There are no fees from our bank to receive the bank wire.

1. Credit Card: Use your Visa, MasterCard or China UnionPay (where applicable) with a local billing address in any of the countries we ship to. We accept American Express (USD & CAD only), Discover, Diners Club, or JCB card for orders placed in USD. To use other credit cards, we recommend using PayPal as it accepts a variety of other cards.

• Verified by Visa or MasterCard SecureCode: For your protection against fraud, we offer Verified by Visa and MasterCard SecureCode to confirm your identity. Note: these programs are a security feature for online transactions. It does not guarantee that your order will be approved by your bank.

1. PayPal: Use PayPal for orders in USD and C$, subject to limits found here. For orders shipping to the European Union, we accept PayPal for orders in GBP and EUR, subject to the limits found here.
2. Financing Programs: The Armak  Credit Card is available for residents of the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam, US Virgin Islands, and Northern Mariana Islands for purchases made in US dollars.

We do not accept payments made in cash, by check, ACH, or debit cards without the Visa or MasterCard logo requiring use of a PIN. There is a 1.5% discount for payments made via bank wire. We reserve the right to request additional information about your payment method or identity before your order can be processed.

For orders shipping to China we offer the following payment methods:

• Bank Wire / Telegraphic Transfer (TT): Bank wire is the fastest and easiest way to pay for orders shipping to China. Arrange payment through your bank and receive a 1.5% discount.
• Alipay Instant Payment: Simply use your Alipay account to complete your order.
• In-Person Payment: Includes payment via cash at over 80 HSBC bank locations across 29 cities in China. Eligible HSBC locations. Note: Government-issued ID must be provided and there is a small fee, generally 0.1% of the value of the deposit with a minimum charge of RMB5 and maximum charge of RMB50, that will be assessed by HSBC. HSBC reserves the right to refuse any deposit that does not meet the requirements of its AML policies and procedures.

U.S. PAYMENT METHODS

For orders shipping within the United States, we offer the following payment methods:

• Credit Card: VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB, Carte Blanche, China UnionPay, PayPal*, and MasterPass™.

We do not accept: Cash, CODs, check, money orders, ACH, or debit cards without the VISA/MasterCard logo.

*PayPal orders subject to the following limits.

• Verified by Visa or MasterCard SecureCode: For your protection against fraud, we offer Verified by Visa and MasterCard SecureCode to confirm your identity. Note: these programs are a security feature for online transactions. It does not guarantee that your order will be approved by your bank.

1. Financing Programs: We offer the Armak  Credit Card to residents of the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam, US Virgin Islands, and Northern Mariana Islands.
2. Bank Wire: AKA “Wire transfer” or “credit transfer“ is a method of electronic funds transfer from one institution to another. Purchases made to Armak  for over $750 are eligible for an additional 1.5% discount. After placing an order and selecting bank wire as your method of payment – which may be subjected to a fee depending on your financial institution’s policy – you’ll receive an e-mail from Armak  with account information to ensure the funds are properly transferred by your bank, which may take up to two days to process. Once we have received your financial institution’s fund transfer, your order will be processed at which time you will receive your order confirmation email.

Please note: ACH (aka Automated Clearing House) transfers are not accepted at this time.

For further details about Bank Wire payments, contact your financial institution or call Armak  at 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501).

 

U.S. ORDER AND SHIPPING POLICIES

These policies apply to orders to be shipped to U.S. (and APO/FPO) addresses. For orders to be shipped to other countries please see our International Order & Shipping Policies.

• International Shipments
• APO/FPO Addresses
• Payment Methods
• Policy on Debit Cards
• Gift Certificate Policies
• Shipments Are Insured
• Alternate Shipping Addresses
• Saturday Delivery
• Sales Tax
• Returns

For additional information, please view our Terms and Conditions.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact one of our diamond and jewelry consultants in person at or 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501).

International Shipments

We are proud to ship to customers in many countries around the globe. View our International Shipping page for the full list of countries and to determine which of our three Web sites to shop.

APO/FPO Addresses

We will ship orders under $25,000 to APO and FPO addresses via USPS priority mail. The arrival times listed are for U.S. addresses and do not generally to APO and FPO addresses.

Payment Methods

For your convenience, we offer the following payment methods:

• Credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, American Express, Discover or JCB card.
• Bank wire: Arrange payment through your bank and receive a 1.5% discount. Bank wire payments are accepted on orders of $750 or more.
• Other payment methods: Armak  Credit Card, PayPal or MasterPass™.

Policy On Debit Cards

A debit card is treated differently than a credit card by your bank. A debit card is much like a credit card in that it may display a credit card company logo, like Visa or MasterCard, but a charge to your debit card uses funds directly from your bank account. The biggest difference is that your bank may institute a daily charge limit on your debit card. If the price of your order exceeds a daily limit set on your debit card we will notify you, as this will prohibit us from processing your order.

As an alternative, you can:

• Continue your order via wire transfer and receive a 1.5% discount. A wire transfer is a simple process of contacting your bank to have funds moved from your bank to ours and is available for orders of $750 or more. It works on the same principle as your debit card, but requires some direct communication with your bank to allow for a larger transaction. We’ll send you the easy instructions. It may require a few days for your bank to transfer your funds.
• Continue your order using a credit card. If you order before noon, your order will begin processing today.
• Contact your bank and request a one-time waiver of the daily charge limit.

Gift Certificate Policies

Our Armak  gift certificates may only be purchased and redeemed in US dollars. Gift certificates are sent immediately to the recipient through email. Once the recipient receives the gift certificate, it can be used immediately on Armak .com.

For security purposes, when you redeem your gift certificate online, we require that you use a credit card. This helps us ensure your identity, and protects against fraudulent use of your gift certificate. Your credit card will not be charged unless your order total exceeds the amount of your gift certificate. If you do not wish to use a credit card to redeem your gift certificate, call customer service at 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501).

Gift certificates are not redeemable for cash, cannot be returned for a cash refund, and are not transferable. Any unused portion will remain available for future purchases under the same Gift Certificate Number. Armak  is not responsible for lost or stolen gift certificates. At any time, you can view your gift certificate balance.

Armak  gift certificates are redeemable only at www.thearmak.com .com. Certificate cash value is, 1/10 of one cent. Gift certificates and unused portions expire on the date listed on your printed gift certificate, or the date listed in your gift certificate e-mail (does not apply to California or where prohibited by law).

Shipments Are Insured

We fully insure each order all the way to you. That means that when your order is in transit to you, shipment is always risk-free. For added security, it is our policy that a signature is required for all Armak  orders over $200, regardless of any signature waivers you may have with your carrier.

Alternate Shipping Addresses

If you prefer, we can ship your order to an address other than your billing address. As a security precaution, we require that your alternate shipping address be on file with your credit card company. This step helps protect you from fraudulent charges to your credit card.

Saturday Delivery

If you cannot be available to receive your order on a weekday, we may be able to arrange for your order to be delivered on Saturday. FedEx Saturday Service, available in the vast majority of US cities, is subject to availability. If Saturday Service is unavailable in your area, we can arrange for you to pick up your package at the FedEx World Service Center nearest you. If you’re interested in these services, call 1-877-Armak-01 (276-2501)to speak to a diamond and jewelry consultant.

Sales Tax

Currently, sales tax is only collected on orders shipped to addresses in Florida,.

Returns

To help ensure you make the right choice, we offer a very flexible return policy. If for any reason you are not satisfied, you can return any item without custom engraving in its original condition within 30 days of the date of shipment for a refund or an exchange. Read the details of our 30-Day Returns Policy.

 

A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR MILITARY

Armak  is grateful to all military personnel and their families. To say thank you – and make every order easy – you have access to an exclusive phone number and more.

Your First-In-Line Benefits:

• Exclusive phone number 877-Armak-01
• Free shipping to all APO, FPO, and DPO addresses
• Partnership with military postal service assures secure delivery

Shipping Information (Yes, We Do), Method & Limits

Armak  will ship any order under $25,000 to an APO, FPO, or DPO address. We ship all APO/FPO orders via USPS Priority Mail to the appropriate APO/FPO processing center then via the military postal service and shipment tracking is not available for APO/FPO addresses. For security purposes, USPS will not show a delivery scan or in transit scans for packages sent to these addresses.

Estimated Shipping Times

Armak  guarantees your package will arrive at the appropriate APO/FPO processing center within 2-4 business days. Most shipments will usually arrive within 7-13 business days. Certain orders however, may take up to 20 business days for delivery. If you’re already familiar with sending packages to APO & FPO addresses, your Armak  order is likely to arrive in about the same amount of time.

Insurance

As with all Armak  orders, your shipment is insured from the moment it leaves our door until it arrives at yours.

Sales Tax Information

Because APO/FPO addresses are considered domestic, no taxes or duties are due on orders shipped to them. If an order is shipped directly to a base, rather than through the APO/FPO system, however, taxes and duties would be applicable. Armak  will include all required tax documentation with your order.

How To Format Addresses

Improperly formatting your address may result in delivery delays. Please enter your ship to information in the following format for APO/FPO/DPO shipments:

• RANK Full Name 
  PSC/UNIT/CMR, Box #(if applicable) 
  CITY (APO, FPO, or DPO), STATE (AA, AP, or AE), ZIP (5-digit or ZIP+4) 
  Use AE for Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Canada, AP for Pacific, AA for Central & South America
• Example: 
  PFC John Smith 
  Unit 1234, Box 56789 
  United States 
  APO, NY 96522-1215

Returns

Armak ‘s regular return policy applies to orders shipped to APO/FPO addresses. Although Armak ‘s standard return period is 30 days after shipping, we understand that packages shipped to APO/FPO addresses may take longer than this to arrive. If your order does not arrive within 30 days, you may still return your order.

Product Restrictions

Shipments are subject to the import restrictions of the country in which your base is located. See details.

Other FAQs

• “My billing address is an APO/FPO, but I want to send an order to an address state side; can I do this?”
• Yes, we can deliver to US addresses if your billing address is an APO/FPO.
• “Will a signature be required for delivery?”
• Signature requirements will be determined by the military postal service.
• “I am posted overseas, can my shipment from Armak  be sent via APO/FPO/DPO to my location?”
• Yes, we ship orders going to APO address with all documentation needed for Customs clearance via APO mail system. Orders shipped overseas via a APO/FPO/DPO are subject to the destination country’s restrictions on prohibited items but are not subject to local duty or sales tax.
• “I am posted overseas, can my shipment from Armak  be sent via APO/FPO/DPO to my location?”
• You may ship orders directly to your local U.S. base address, subject to military restrictions, for faster delivery times. Any international shipments sent to a non-APO/FPO/DPO address are subject to the local country’s duties and taxes.