Frequently Asked Questions About Our Jewelry Appraisal
Services
How much do you charge for a jewelry appraisal?
Written jewelry appraisals for insurance scheduling will generally
cost:
- $95.00 for the first item and $65.00 for each additional item.
- We do a full diamond report on diamonds 1 carat or larger which includes detailed information on the diamond including a plot/mapping of the blemishes/inclusions.) This is required by many insurance companies.
- The charge for a full diamond report is $35.00 for each carat that is estimated (or actual weight) over 1 carat.
If you have 10 or more pieces we offer additional discounts, please call our office for a price quote.
Estimates on detailed items
will be quoted at the time they are presented. If you have
a large collection or an estate of many items we do give an
additional discount … please call our office for a price
quote - 972.851.0009.
Do you appraise fine watches?
Yes! We appraise all fine watches including Rolex, Tag Heuer, Breitling,
Cartier, Omega, Raymond Weil, etc. We will provide you with complete
description and the current retail replacement value needed to
properly insure your watch.
What is an "independent jewelry appraiser?"
An independent jewelry appraiser acts as an impartial third
party. The appraiser should not act as a buyer or a seller, and
can not have a relationship with the pieces being appraised (or
the parties involved). This assures you that the appraiser is
being fair and impartial; that the pieces being appraised are
not being artificially inflated or devalued.
Do I need to make an appointment for a jewelry appraisal?
Yes. Appointments ensure that each client will receive individual
and prompt service. To schedule an appointment please call our
office 972-851-0009, or send
an email to Steven.
How long does it take to do a jewelry appraisal? Do I need to
leave my jewelry?
Typically clients do not need to leave their jewelry. In fact,
clients are encouraged to stay and observe the appraisal process.
Please allow approximately 30 minutes per item. Appraisal documents
are generally completed by the end of each appointment. Of course,
clients are able to make arrangements to leave their jewelry
and return after the appraisal is completed.
Do I need to bring any other documentation with me when I come
for my
appointment?
Yes. In order to give you the most accurate appraisal possible,
please bring any documentation you have about the property to
be appraised.
- Diamond or gemstone certificates from AGS, GIA, EGL, etc
- Sales receipts
- Warranties
- Old insurance summaries listing the property
- Old appraisals (helpful if previous appraiser took stone measurements,
or examined stones before they were mounted)
How often do I need to have my jewelry appraised?
Most insurance companies recommend that you have your jewelry
appraisal reports updated every two or three years. Please keep
in mind you will need to have items with large gemstones -- especially
diamonds -- updated more often than an item with no gemstones
at all.
Do I need to bring my jewelry to your office or can you do the
jewelry appraisal at my
Dallas location?
We can do your appraisal in our North Dallas office or at a
location of your choice. We have a portable gemological laboratory
that makes it possible to travel to your home, office, bank vault
or store.
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