How Appraisers Assess Condition: Grading for Gemstones, Jewelry, and Watches
How Appraisers Assess Condition: Grading for Gemstones, Jewelry, and Watches When our clients hear the word condition, it often sounds subjective or something based on appearance or personal judgment. In professional gemological appraisals, however, condition assessment is a structured, methodical process grounded in training, documentation, and industry standards. For gemstones, jewelry, and fine watches, condition […]
What Makes a Professional Appraisal “Credible”? Key Standards Followed by GIA Graduate Gemologists
What Makes a Professional Appraisal “Credible”? Key Standards Followed by GIA Graduate Gemologists When an appraisal is needed for estate distribution, insurance, legal matters, or financial planning, credibility isn’t optional—it’s essential. A professional appraisal must stand up to scrutiny from attorneys, courts, insurance companies, executors, and beneficiaries, not just look official on paper. So what […]
Fine Jewelry Insurance Appraisals
As diamond rings are costly, they should be aptly safeguarded. What if the ring gets misplaced? Luckily, there are preventative measures one can take.
Uncover the Value of Rare Coins
Does your family treasure a coin collection that’s been locked away and forgotten? If so, it might be time to dust it off.
Insurance Appraisals
An insurance appraisal is a document that assesses your fine diamond and gemstone jewelry and gives it an assigned replacement value.
Diamond Quality
The term 4C’s is used to help teach students the four characteristics of a faceted diamond. These are color, clarity, cut, and carat weight.
Are You Sure You Need an Appraisal…?
It’s important to identify your purpose for obtaining an appraisal. We can help you to determine whether or not a written appraisal is appropriate in your case.
