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Jewelry Appraisal Services

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Jarvis Gems and Jewelry Appraisals‘ documents are prepared adhering to the highest standards in the jewelry and insurance industries.

Appraisals are conducted by appointment, and the documents are emailed to you with in a few business days.

We offer our services at a fair, competitive price. While each situation can be different, we have developed a fee structure that can work for everyone.

Appraisal Pricing

Professional jewelry appraisals include the following:

  • Detailed description of each item

  • Enlarged digital photograph of each item printed on the document

  • Metal content determination

  • Gemstone identification, grading, measurement and weight calculation/estimation

  • Verification of gemological laboratory reports whenever possible

  • Fully researched valuation at the appropriate market level

  • Identification of designer or manufacturer whenever possible

  • Complete professional cleaning and inspection of mounting

  • An explanation of value along with the intent (appropriate use) of the appraisal document

A full diamond report is recommended on diamonds one carat or larger and can be performed during your visit.

Jarvis Gems and Jewelry Appraisals is able to provide appraisal services both at our North Dallas office location OR at your home, office, store or bank vault.

Insurance Related Reasons:

  • Insurance Scheduling

  • Insurance Claims (Post Loss Appraisal)

  • Damage Report (Evaluation for level of damage, repair, or replacement)

Purchase/Sale Related Reasons:

With the popularity of internet purchasing, appraisals take on even greater importance. An experienced independent gemologist/appraiser can verify that diamonds and other jewelry match the certification or appraisal that accompany them.

  • Quality Confirmations (Does my diamond match the certificate it came with?)

  • Purchase Price Evaluation (Did I pay a fair price?)

  • Sale Price Evaluation (How much can I get for this jewelry?)

  • To Confirm Certification and Valuation from Internet and Cruise Ship Purchases (Did I get what I paid for?)

Common Reasons for a Detailed Jewelry Appraisal

Estate Related Reasons:

  • Estate Planning/Trust Formation

  • Federal Estate Tax

  • State Probate for Estates with a Will

  • Distribution of Property Between Heirs

Liquidation Related Reasons:

  • Resale of Property

  • Orderly Liquidations

  • Forced Liquidations

Division/Dissolution of Marriage:

  • Division of Property

  • Divorce Settlement

Litigation Support: