Bay Area Gem Lab
Appraisal Services
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Insurance Appraisal
The primary reason to appraise your jewelry is to secure proper insurance coverage. Two critical aspects of an insurance appraisal are the item's value and detailed description. The replacement value listed in the appraisal establishes the maximum coverage your insurance will provide and plays a significant role in calculating your premium. An inflated appraisal value may lead to unnecessarily high premiums without guaranteeing a higher payout in the event of a loss.
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Resale Appraisal
​If you're looking to sell an item to a private buyer, a thorough, well-researched appraisal can help you achieve your objectives. This report provides an in-depth description, accurate measurements and grades, high-quality color digital images, and an opinion of the resale value based on our research and analysis of the relevant pre-owned jewelry market. Keep in mind that the valuation will be based on comparable used jewelry.
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Estate/Trust Services
If you require a valuation for an estate or trust, the scope and detail of the report will be customized to suit the needs of the personal representative, attorney, or trust officer. We are Qualified Appraisers for most types of jewelry-related assets in accordance with current U.S. Treasury regulations.