The fee is $150 per hour. Every piece of jewelry is different so the total fee can vary depending on the intricacy of the piece, stone count, history, etc. We ask that you drop your pieces off for appraisal at least 3-5 business days before the date of appraisal so we have time to clean and prepare your pieces for examination. 

The appraisal has several intended uses, it will provide valuations for insurance replacement, fair market value, and estate purposes as well as enable you to take inventory of these valuable assets.

Your items will be inspected under a binocular microscope, photograph it, determine its materials, weight, workmanship, condition and calculate a valuation. We will provide you a written report, which we will also maintain on its premises. An appraisal is an important strategy in safeguarding your family’s jewelry assets and most importantly to establish its value and a record of your important assets.

When you make your visit we will be sure to explain all the benefits of having your valuables appraised and help you to sort out the items worth appraising.