What are Jewelry Appraisals?

Investing in Saltwater Akoya and Tahitian pearls means owning valuable fine jewelry. While the world of fine jewelry may seem intimidating, we're committed to providing you with essential education, whether it's your first investment or not. We believe knowledge is empowering, which is why we offer complimentary jewelry appraisals for pieces over $500 at retail price.

Our appraisals are conducted by independent third-party experts, ensuring fairness and objective valuation. Here's a simplified breakdown of why jewelry appraisals matter:

1. What's Assessed: Jewelry appraisals evaluate your item's worth, considering factors like metal type, gemstone quality, craftsmanship, and market conditions.

2. Diverse Uses: People seek appraisals for insurance, resale, estate planning, or to understand the value of cherished pieces.

3. Certified Appraisers: Certified and experienced appraisers possess the expertise needed to determine accurate values.

4. Detailed Evaluation: Appraisers meticulously examine your jewelry, noting metal type, gemstone quality, weight, and unique design elements.

5. Crucial Documentation: You receive a detailed report, essential for insurance and sales purposes.

6. Value Categories: Appraisals identify replacement value (the cost to replace a similar item), fair market value (current market value), and sentimental value.

7. Regular Updates: Jewelry values change, so periodic appraisals (every few years) ensure accurate coverage.

8. Affordable Protection: Appraisal fees, typically a small percentage of jewelry's value, safeguard your investment.

9. Authenticity Verification: Appraisals confirm gemstone and metal authenticity, protecting against counterfeit jewelry.

10. Third-party Objectivity: External appraisals, independent of your purchase source, eliminate bias, ensuring accurate value assessment. This impartiality is vital for informed decisions, whether insuring, selling, or passing down heirloom pieces.

A jewelry appraisal provides an expert opinion on your jewelry's worth. It's a valuable tool for making informed decisions about your precious pieces.

Join us in reshaping the fine jewelry investment landscape with a focus on financial education, making the value of each piece accessible to all.