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La Jolla Jewelry Appraiser Earns Prestigious Master Gemologist AppraiserĀ® Designation

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

This distinction is awarded exclusively by the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) to professionals who meet stringent criteria, including extensive appraisal experience, advanced gemological knowledge, and adherence to rigorous ethical standards.

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Most Coveted Demantoid Garnets From Russia Have These Telltale Inclusions

Jewelry Judge

’s vice president of gemology from 1879 until his death in 1932, was a big fan of demantoid garnets and reportedly purchased all the rough material he could get his hands on. The Namibian 3-carat gem, above, is part of the Smithsonian Gem and Mineral Collection and was purchased with funds from the Tiffany & Co. Foundation in 2014.

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What Does a Jewelry Appraiser Actually Do?

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

Thorough Examination Using Gemological Tools Every appraisal begins with a close inspection of your jewelry using specialized tools like microscopes, diamond testers, and gemological instruments. Heres what really goes on behind the scenes of a professional appraisal: 1.

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

The diamond may have the same color and clarity grade, or it’s gemological specifications may be close. If your subject property is a contemporary Cartier ring, you would likely replace it by going to Cartier and purchasing a new ring. It has similar qualities. You end up with a new ring.

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The Role of Faceting in Gemology

Gem Society

Master gemstone anatomy and faceting terminology! Discover how precision cutting creates brilliance, fire, and scintillation - the only human-controlled aspect of gem quality.

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Settings That Make Your Diamond Engagement Ring Look BiggerĀ 

GIA 4Cs

Why Trust GIA Trusting the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) adds an extra layer of assurance. At GIA, we are renowned for our rigorous standards and integrity in diamond grading.

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Understanding Gemological Reports for Jewelry Appraisal

Gemology Resources

Gemological reports play a key role in providing detailed information about the quality and characteristics of gemstones. In Houston, where the jewelry market is thriving, having a gemological report can make all the difference in determining the true worth of a piece. What is a Gemological Report?