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Same Day Jewelry Appraisals

Valuing Fine and Estate Jewelry, Diamonds, Precious Gemstones, Pearls and Metals

Same Day Jewelry Appraisals

Walk away with your jewelry and appraisal report in your possession in about an hour.

Make an Appointment

We're conveniently located near Historic Old Town San Diego. Sessions are by appointment only and are scheduled Tuesday through Saturday between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Who We Are

Independent Gemologist Appraiser

Elliot Grunwald is an accredited jewelry appraiser with 7 years of experience in the industry.

  • Graduate Gemologist (GIA)
  • NAJA Appraisal Studies Course: (Lessons 1-5 Appraisal Theory & Methodology)

Jewelry & Gemstone Appraisals in the San Diego Area

San Diego Gemological Laboratory is a Certified Laboratory with the Accredited Gemologists Association. In addition, our appraiser earned and maintains the highest credentials and is a member of one professional appraisal and gemological organization.

  • National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA)
  • Accredited Gemologist Association (AGA)
  • GIA Alumni Association
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What We Do

Unbiased Valuations of Diamonds, Gemstones, Watches, Pearls and Jewelry

We do not buy or sell jewelry, gemstones or precious metals affording you a truly unbiased appraisal. Your jewelry appraisal is performed according to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers.

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What We Do

Jewelry appraisals are by appointment in a secure environment

If the intended use of your report is for insurance purposes the cost is $135 for the first item and $85 for each additional item. This assumes there is nothing extraordinary about your item(s). Most items fall within these pricing parameters. However, if there is any additional cost, we will inform you at the beginning of the appointment.

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What We Do

Appraisals While You Wait

Examination and necessary tests are performed while you watch. Your appraisal is a bound report and includes a full description, a digital image and a plot of all diamonds over half a carat.

You will walk away with your jewelry, and barring anything extraordinary, you will receive the bound report at the end of your appointment.

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