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About Appraisal
Appraisal Fees
Preparing For Your Appraisal
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Your appraisal will be professionally
prepared to the highest standards.
At Jewels by Stacy Appraisals, your appraisal will be performed
according to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice and those of
the American Society of Appraisers.
Each piece of jewelry will be weighed, measured, and described in
detail.
 | Gemstones will be identified, graded, measured, and their weights
calculated |
| Metal content will be determined. |
| All diamonds over ½ carat will be issued a stone certificate, with
color, clarity and cutting angles listed. The internal characteristics of the stone will
be diagramed. |
| Colored gemstones certificates will be done for colored stones when
appropriate. |
| Your appraisal will have enlarged color photos of the items.
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| Photomicrographs (photos through the microscope) are available if needed
for insurance claims, etc. |
| Your appraisal will explain the grading systems used. |
| An explanation of the definition of value will be included, along with
the instructions for the appropriate use of the appraisal document. |
In-vault, rush, or on-site appraisals are available at an additional fee.
Please feel free to e-mail
Nancy Stacy if you have any questions.
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