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La Jolla Jewelry Appraiser Earns Prestigious Master Gemologist Appraiser® 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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What Does a Jewelry Appraiser Actually Do?

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

What Does a Jewelry Appraiser Actually Do? But a professional jewelry appraiser does much more than name a price. 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.

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Most Coveted Demantoid Garnets From Russia Have These Telltale Inclusions

Jewelry Judge

First discovered in Russia’s Ural Mountains in 1851, the green gem was a favorite of designer Carl Fabergé, who incorporated demantoid into the famous jeweled eggs and other fanciful jewelry he created for the Russian Imperial family. Foundation in 2014. Ironically, George F. Kunz, who was Tiffany and Co.’s

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

Q: In a damage claim, what's the most common marketplace for determining the fair market value of diamond jewelry? You can replace “diamond jewelry” with other types of property and ask yourself similar questions. For example: Where does pre-owned diamond jewelry sell to the public? It has similar qualities.

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Settings That Make Your Diamond Engagement Ring Look Bigger 

GIA 4Cs

Higher Setting Left: Courtesy of Platinum Guild International, USA Right: Courtesy of Avigdor Jewelry The diamond ring on the right features a high setting that lifts the diamond profile. Why Trust GIA Trusting the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) adds an extra layer of assurance.

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Understanding Gemological Reports for Jewelry Appraisal

Gemology Resources

When it comes to jewelry appraisals, understanding the value of colored stones is crucial. Gemological reports play a key role in providing detailed information about the quality and characteristics of gemstones. Let's dive into the importance of gemological reports for colored stones and how they impact the jewelry appraisal process.

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Marie-Antoinette's Storied Pink Diamond Heads to Auction Today at Christie's NY

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“This is more than a jewel,” says Rahul Kadakia, International Head of Jewelry at Christie’s. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of European history, brought forward into modern elegance by one of the greatest jewelry designers of our time.”