How may we assist?
- Why do I need an appraisal?
- Must I come to your office?
- What questions should I ask a jewelry appraiser?
- What is my jewelry worth?
- Did I pay more then I should have?
- What will it cost to replace it?
- I just got a diamond ! Now what?
- How do I protect my gift/inheritance of jewelry?
- My insurer asked for an appraisal. Is this practical?
- Are you able to act as an agent or proxy for a sale?
- Can you help me shop for jewelry?
- Can you sell jewelry for me?
- What should I look for in an appraisal report?
- Do you have additional questions? Please contact us!
Why do you need an appraisal?
The outcome of a professional jewelry appraisal is to describe your jewelry in enough detail to enable the full replacement of your jewelry in case of its loss. Typically, it includes a 20-point inspection.
Whether you are buying a new piece of jewelry, selling part of your collection, or you received a gift or inheritance of jewelry, determining exactly what you hold in your hand, and its actual worth, is very important. A professional jewelry appraisal, conducted by an accredited gemologist who is also certified as a gems and jewelry appraiser, provides the information you need.
An Appraisal Report is a package of information that includes:
- Who performed the appraisal of your jewelry
- When did the appraisal take place
- The qualifications and accreditations of the appraisers
- What was the purpose or intent of the appraisal
- What was done during the appraisal
- Which standards were observed
- Which criteria went into the evaluation
- How was the actual value of the jewelry determined
- The final value of the jewelry as of the date of the appraisal
A Professional Jewelry Appraisal is your authoritative passport to peace of mind!