Jewelry Appraisal Question

Ainhisg · ‎03-09-2010

I know it likely depends on the intricacy of the piece, but what have you paid for jewelry appraisals? I am reading reviews of local jewelers plus have reached out to local groups concerning recommendations of whom to do these. I haven't contacted anyone yet for this reason. I'm just wanting to get the shock of the cost out of the way. lol TIA!

wagirl · ‎03-09-2010

I really don't know--- but online at JTV when you are checking out there is a box you can check for an appraisal from them--and I believe it cost $50. I would call a few local jewelers and ask what their fees are.

jackthebear · ‎03-11-2010

@Ainhisg wrote:
I know it likely depends on the intricacy of the piece, but what have you paid for jewelry appraisals? I am reading reviews of local jewelers plus have reached out to local groups concerning recommendations of whom to do these. I haven't contacted anyone yet for this reason. I'm just wanting to get the shock of the cost out of the way. lol TIA!

call them and ask or stop in

I just had a ring redone the appraisal was $80 I didn't follow

Sooner · ‎03-10-2010

Depends partly on do they have to remove and reset stones to weigh and evaluate them, can they estimate the weight of previous metals, etc.

Skyegirl21 · ‎03-20-2010

I just very recently had an heirloom engagement ring appraised so my son can use it in the future. I paid $150 in the New England area- They simply looked at it,, the setting, materials used, quality of the stones, measured everything, gave me a full analysis that could be used if it gets insured down the line. HTH!

Shelbelle · ‎03-09-2010

Recently paid $100

Ainhisg · ‎03-09-2010

Just wanting to get a ballpark of what to expect. I totally know it depends on the piece and what they have to do. So those of you who posted the cost, thank you. Seems like it will be around $100 to $150. Looking forward to reading other replies.