Appraisal Services
Full Gemological service with appraisal documents to include a full detailed description of each piece with specific measurements, and photographs of each item.
Offered Services
Insurance Appraisal
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Required by most homeowners and insurance policies.
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Replacement cost of jewelry in new or used condition at retail.
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used for insurance claims for damages or loss items.
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Ensures your full interest should you suffer a loss or don't over pay insurance premium.
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Verification of value should there arise a dispute between your insurer in reaching a claim settlement.
Divorce/ Equitable Distrubution Appraisal
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Determines a fair market value for reputable distribution.
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"Fair Market Value" which is defined by the value of jewelry in the secondary market or that valuation of selling previously owned jewelry.
Estate Appraisal
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Document can be used for IRS purposes with a fair market value to determine using the uniform standard of professional appraisal practice (USPAP compliant).
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Division of Estates are subject to federal estate tax which require a detailed report to establish fair market value for each item.
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Estate appraisals are subject to IRS scrutiny which requires additional market research for jewelry pieces.
Comparison Appraisal or Consultation Services
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An independent unbiased opinion in comparison to other pieces of jewelry at fair market price.
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Can give opinion of items before purchase, resale, or what to do with unwanted jewelry items.
Charitable Donation
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Document required by the Internal Revenue Service if the donation is worth more than $5,000.00.
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Strict IRS procedures to ensure correct tax deduction for compliance.
Litigation Support
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Valued opinion in court cases that can be documented at estate value, fair market value or cash liquidation.
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Numerous years of experience as an expert witness and work with deposition service.
A jewelry appraisal may be one of the most critical and complicated documents to complete accurately. Thus, only a credentialed professional should administer information and reliable documentation on the condition and value of your jewelry. That is why it's essential to work with an unbiased appraiser you can trust, an Independent Appraiser Certified by the American Gem Society.
