Have you recently received or bought a valuable jewelry item and not sure of its worth? Then consider finding a jewelry appraiser to draw up a formal report for you. Keep in mind that your motivation for an appraisal determines the kind of report you’ll receive and the cost of the appraisal. A detailed appraisal for insurance purposes will have a different cost than if you want an appraisal because you plan to sell or donate the item. The cost for appraising a single item can range from $25 for a walk-in, on-the-spot brief appraisal to one costing well over $100 by a certified appraiser who uses the latest equipment.
While many appraisers have had years of experience, it behooves you to find a certified appraiser who has had formal education and passed exams related to gemology. This person is often a member of reputable organization as well. To find an appraiser, you can start with the International Society of Appraisers or the Gemmological Association and Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain.
If you would like more detailed info on the subject, check out the online article, Is Your Jewelry at Risk? And check out the brochure on the site called, Be Certain of Its Value.
–Diva Kimbling
*The author doesn’t endorse or receive any compensation from vendors mentioned in this post.
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