These terms apply to the website and appraisal and grading reports provided by Federal Gemological Laboratory of Canada (Federal Gem Lab, “we”, “us” or “the Issuer”). Please read them together with any terms stated in your report.
Website information
General information on this website explains our services. It is not an appraisal, valuation, grading report or recommendation to purchase a particular item. Any assessment of a specific item is subject to the scope, findings and limitations stated in the report we issue.
Examination and professional opinion
The information in a report reflects our examination and grading of the item or items using the methods and testing equipment available to us at the time of examination. Gemstone grading involves professional judgment and is not an exact science. Opinions may reasonably vary with lighting, grading techniques, the type and condition of equipment, and the gemologist’s ability and experience.
Grading reports and appraisals
A grading report is not a guarantee, valuation or appraisal. It is not a warranty or a recommendation to purchase the gemstone described in it. This distinction applies to grading reports; an appraisal report should be read according to its stated purpose and valuation basis.
A grading report represents our best professional opinion. We are not responsible for differences arising from a repeated evaluation or the use of standards, methods or criteria other than those we used, subject to applicable law.
Report dates and intended use
The date shown on a report may differ from the date of inspection or the date the report was issued. Reports are supplied to the purchaser for their exclusive use. Access to a report through this website does not change its intended use or extend responsibility to another party.
Limitations of liability
To the extent permitted by applicable law, neither the Issuer nor its employees or representatives is liable for losses, expenses or damages, including special or consequential damages, arising from any act, error, omission, inaccuracy or other fault in connection with a report, including negligence.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, any liability in connection with a report is limited to the purchaser and will not exceed the amount the purchaser paid for that report. Nothing in these terms excludes or limits rights or protections that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.
Privacy
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Questions about these terms
Contact info@federalgemlab.com or call 1 (855) 736-2591 if you have questions about these terms or the scope of a report.