Refund policy

For in-stock creations purchased online:

  • Returns or refunds: Refunds are possible, but we encourage exchanges or store credit for a smoother client experience. Returns must be made within 14 days of receiving your order.
  • Conditions: Items must be returned unworn, in their original condition.
  • Non-compliance: Items that do not meet these conditions will not be replaced or refunded.

For personalized, made-to-order, or custom-made creations purchased online or in-store:

  • In accordance with Article L121-21-8 of the French Consumer Code, these pieces cannot be returned or refunded.
  • A resizing, an exchange, or a gift card of equivalent value may be considered depending on the piece and its materials. Please contact us for more information.

In-store purchases:

  • Refunds are not possible.

Gifts purchased online or in-store:

  • We recommend choosing an in-stock size that can be gifted on the day. If adjustments are needed afterward, we offer returns, exchanges, resizing, or store credit depending on your needs.

Return shipping costs:

  • Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
  • We strongly recommend using a secure, tracked, and insured shipping method. THE BLACK ALCHEMY cannot be held responsible for items lost or damaged during return shipping.

Return processing:

  • If the returned items meet the above criteria, your refund will be processed within 1 to 3 business days, minus any shipping costs.
  • If the item is out of stock for an exchange, or if the return does not meet our standards, we will notify you by email.
  • For returns made after the 14-day window, a gift card equivalent to your purchase amount will be issued.


RESIZING TERMS

If your ring size is incorrect, resizing is possible under the following conditions:

  • Timeframe: Return must be made within 30 days of receiving your order.
  • Condition: The ring must be returned in its original condition.
  • Duration: Resizing takes 3 to 4 weeks.

We offer one free resizing within this timeframe. Additional resizings (if technically feasible) will incur a fee. To preserve the integrity of the piece, adjustments are limited to a range of -3 to +3 sizes.

 
Technical feasibility:

  • 18k gold creations: Yes
  • Silver creations (without set stones): Yes
  • Silver with stones (only diamonds): Yes
  • Vermeil creations: No

Feel free to contact us for any questions or refer to our sizing guide.

 

RETURN ADDRESS

Please send your returns to the following address, including all necessary information for processing:

THE BLACK ALCHEMY
SARL NUAN-C
8 rue de la Bombarde
69005 Lyon, France
+33 (0)7 87 26 14 71

We recommend using tracking shipping with signature on delivery.