Why do I need an appraisal !

1. Insurance - Theft, loss due to stones falling out or damage

2. New Purchase - Determine the value.

3. Future identification - Appraisal guarantees against switching when being repaired. Accurate damage assessment when based on the original condition. Professional Jewelry Appraisals are "legal documents" showing the items actually exist, for you, and your heirs.

4. Estates - Fair market value for tax liability. Used for equitable division of inherited jewelry

5. Divorce - To determine fair market value for division of property

 Certification and Appraisals are available by our GIA Graduate Gemologist and our store lab/computer facility

No guess work appraisals: We obtain exact measurements directly from your jewelry and compare the results to a large data base to determine value. Appraisal data base is obtained from a independent national clearing house subscription service that issue updates every 3 months.

Our lab certifies your gem down to it's mineral type. We report your gold content from 8k to 22k on our state of the art digital gold tester. We use the finest lab equipment and computer software to generate a professional appraisal. They are acceptable by insurance companies and contain detailed information about your jewelry and photos. Laser inscription is a separately priced service. AJS can provide you with replacement, and cash appraisals - Starting at $80. 

GIA lab - Certifications only - specializes in loose Diamonds, charges vary by size of gem. AGTA - Certifications - loose diamonds - Specializes in color gem stones, and for an additional charge "origin" - GIA and AGTA appraisals vary from $200 and up postage and insurance additional.

 Call for an appointment 757-221-6694

Sample AJS appraisal from Your Private Jeweler

Each appraisal comes in a vinyl container to protect your documents over time