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Appraisals

The Importance of a Qualified Jewelry Appraisal

Appraisal Booklet

Jewelry is recognized as transparent wealth. Seldom do we realize how inflation has impacted the current value of jewelry. That said, is your appraisal current and are you 100% covered? When you lose or damage a piece of jewelry, you lose something both valuable and sentimental. With proper documentation, the piece can be restored or replaced.

Some insurance companies require appraisals be done every two years. Check your policy to make sure you are properly insured. And remember, gold has reached a record high in September 2009.

There are many different types of appraisals. The most common is for your insurer in case your jewelry is lost or stolen (a retail replacement appraisal), and jewelry is the 3rd most stolen item in the U.S. There are also appraisals for estate, divorce, fair market value, conservatorship, barter, etc.

Erica's Appraisal Experience & Qualifications

American Gem Society The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers Gemological Institute of America
  • 10 years appraisal experience
  • Master Goldsmith / Platinumsmith / Silversmith
  • Graduate Gemologist (GIA)
  • Certified Gemologist (AGS)
  • Certified Gemologist Appraiser (AGS)
  • Full Member…National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA)
  • There are only 400+ CGA’s in North America and 80 of those are Goldsmiths, Erica is 1 of that 80.
  • Only 5% of retail jewelers are accepted as an AGS jeweler.

Notice: If you purchased jewelry or diamonds online, in "The Islands," or have an inflated/unprofessional appraisal from an unqualified jeweler, and you seek an inflated or erroneous appraisal for insurance purposes or to help sell your item, please seek another appraiser. - Erica

Erica's Portable Gem Lab Can Be Brought To Your Home or Office

The cost of an appraisal is $85. If you have multiple items, the cost per item after the 1st is $70. If you need many items appraised, call Erica for pricing. Erica produces the most detailed appraisals. Her certification exam won her praise from Cos Altobelli, who is considered the top jewelry appraiser in the world.