Jewelry Appraisals
Professional Appraisals. Authoritative Documentation.
Detailed, court-admissible appraisal reports for insurance, estate, equitable distribution, and resale — delivered by a Graduate Gemologist with 40+ years of experience.
Why Choose S&B
A Graduate Gemologist With 40+ Years of Experience
Our appraiser holds a Graduate Gemologist designation and brings over four decades of hands-on experience with fine jewelry, gemstones, and precious metals — providing valuations that hold up in court, with insurers, and in estate proceedings.
Graduate Gemologist — rigorous gemological training and professional standards
40+ years of hands-on experience with fine jewelry and gemstones
Court-admissible documentation accepted by insurers and attorneys
Objective, unbiased valuations with no conflict of interest
Detailed reports delivered within 3–5 business days
Appraisal Services
Every Appraisal Type, One Trusted Source
From insurance replacement to estate settlement, our Graduate Gemologist provides the right valuation for every purpose.
Insurance
Insurance Replacement Value
Establishes the retail replacement cost of your jewelry for insurance coverage. Required by most insurers to protect against loss, theft, or damage.
Estate & Tax
Estate & Tax Appraisal
Fair market value documentation for estate settlement, probate, and IRS reporting. Accepted by attorneys, accountants, and courts.
Legal
Equitable Distribution
Objective valuations for divorce proceedings and asset division. Provides a neutral, defensible figure accepted by both parties and the court.
Resale
Resale & Liquidation Value
Realistic market value for jewelry you intend to sell. Helps you understand what your pieces are worth in today's secondary market.
Planning
Estate Inventory
Comprehensive cataloguing and valuation of an entire jewelry collection. Ideal for estate planning, trust documentation, and family distribution.
The Process
Simple. Transparent. Thorough.
Schedule a Consultation
Contact us to arrange a convenient time to bring in your jewelry. We accommodate both individual pieces and full collections.
Expert Examination
Our Graduate Gemologist examines each piece using professional grading instruments, gemological tools, and 40+ years of market knowledge.
Research & Valuation
We research comparable sales, current replacement costs, and market conditions to establish an accurate, defensible value.
Report Delivered
You receive a detailed written appraisal report within 3–5 business days, suitable for insurance, legal, or personal use.
What You Receive
A Report Built to Last
Every appraisal includes a comprehensive written report with full item descriptions, gemstone grading, metal analysis, photographs, and a clearly stated value conclusion — prepared by a Graduate Gemologist.
Full item description and condition notes
Gemstone grading and metal analysis
Professional photographs of each piece
Clearly stated value conclusion
Graduate Gemologist signature and credentials
Schedule Your Appraisal Today
Contact us to arrange a consultation with our Graduate Gemologist. We'll walk you through the process and answer any questions about your specific needs.