Jewelry Appraisal Answers Part 1

Heritage Appraisers, Inc. independent Jewelry Appraisers can assist you with diamond ring appraisals, engagement ring appraisals, and general appraisal services.

Below are some of the common jewelry appraisal questions that we receive.

What is a jewelry appraisal?

A jewelry appraisal is a legal record of ownership of your personal property. It will describe the measurement and quality of all diamonds, gemstones and metal. The appraisal can serve to help insurance replacement in the event of loss or damage. There are several types of appraisals and their use, such as estate planning, divorce, liquidation.

Why is Heritage Appraisers, Inc. qualified to perform jewelry appraisals?

All of the appraisers are graduate gemologist of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). They also have over twenty-five years of experience in the jewelry industry as business owners, sellers of jewelry, or expert jewelers. Their backgrounds give them knowledge in not just gemology, but also in the manufacturing techniques and workmanship of the items being appraised.

Does Heritage Appraisers, Inc. give an unbiased and accurate appraisal?

Heritage Appraisers, Inc. does not buy or sell any jewelry. We maintain our bias by not engaging in any activities other then the appraisal of jewelry. Although Heritage Appraisers, Inc. is mostly found in retail outlets they play no role or influence the appraisal.

Heritage appraisers provide each client with the most accurate appraisal possible. All information regarding gold price, gemstone and diamond pricing is current. Heritage Appraisers, Inc. also keeps up on any major changes in gemology or manufacturing techniques.

Can Heritage Appraisers, Inc. explain the different types of appraisals and then advise me on which appraisal best suits my needs?

At the time of your appraisal, the appraiser will ask you questions to help determine the best appraisal for your needs. Each Heritage Appraiser representative can explain each type of appraisal.

Does Heritage Appraisers, Inc. offer estate appraisal discounts for non-profit organizations?

We offer a 10% discount for seniors in retirement homes for estate planning only.

Why appraise any jewelry, especially with Heritage Appraisers, Inc.?

You should have your jewelry appraised as a record of ownership. This can prove helpful in the event of loss due to fire or theft. An appraisal can also be used as proof of ownership when traveling, especially when re-entering the US and going through Customs.

Will I have to leave my jewelry to have the jewelry appraisal performed?

Heritage Appraisers, Inc. provide thorough unbiased comprehensive appraisal reports while you wait. Most appraisers need you to leave your jewelry sometimes as much as a week because they are waiting for their appraiser to come in. Heritage Appraisers, Inc. is in the appraisal business and we have an appraiser on duty at all times.

What’s the difference between choosing Heritage Appraisers, Inc. and any other appraiser?

Heritage Appraisers, Inc. are in the Jewelry Appraisal business. We offer each client unbiased jewelry appraisal reports for insurance, estates, liquidation and so on. We operate a complete lab with the latest gemological equipment and each of our Appraisers is Graduates of GIA. Other appraisers although GIA graduates require you to leave your jewelry for several days or weeks. They also do not have the extensive equipment found in our lab.