The Process
Overview
Jewelry Appraisals OKC, is an independently owned and operated, jewelry appraisal business offering professional appraisals intended for a variety of uses.
We offer a unique “While you Watch” appraisal service conducted in our office. Our appraisal reports are thoroughly detailed and comprehensive.
We value our customers, and are sensitive to the many questions our clients have throughout the appraisal process. We hope to exceed our client’s expectations fully by detailing the evaluation and valuation throughout the entire process.
Step One: What Happens First?
Simple, we get to know you. When you do business with Jewelry Appraisals, OKC you are getting a professional, friendly staff to assist you through the entire process.
Together we fill out a brief form stating your name and contact information as well as the intended use of the appraisal.
We will then briefly explain to you the grading crite
Simple, we get to know you. When you do business with Jewelry Appraisals, OKC you are getting a professional, friendly staff to assist you through the entire process.
Together we fill out a brief form stating your name and contact information as well as the intended use of the appraisal.
We will then briefly explain to you the grading criteria for diamonds and/or colored gemstones, so that you will have a basic understanding of how the quality of a gemstone relates to its value. This will help you to understand the evaluation and valuation processes that we will be performing on your jewelry item.
We explain the evaluation and valuation processes as they are being conducted before your eyes. We walk through the process with you step by step. We are happy to answer any questions you might have during the appraisal process.
If you choose to do so, we offer the unique opportunity to watch your appraisal from start to finish, while sitting directly across from us. This opportunity gives you the security and peace of mind because, your jewelry never leaves your sight.
Step Two: What Happens Next?
Once we receive your jewelry, before we do anything, we sort and organize your pieces to assure that no pieces are lost or go unaccounted for. Then each individual piece is cleaned using traditional cleaning procedures to ensure accurate testing, free of charge.
Diamond, Colored Gemstone, and Pearl Grading:
Most Diamonds, Colored Gemstones, and Pearls are graded on the following criteria (if applicable): Clarity, Color, Carat Weight, Cut Proportions, Cut Grade, Fluorescence, Enhancement, and other special criteria if necessary.
Clarity: The internal characteristic, or inclusions, will be observ
Diamond, Colored Gemstone, and Pearl Grading:
Most Diamonds, Colored Gemstones, and Pearls are graded on the following criteria (if applicable): Clarity, Color, Carat Weight, Cut Proportions, Cut Grade, Fluorescence, Enhancement, and other special criteria if necessary.
Clarity: The internal characteristic, or inclusions, will be observed under a high-powered gemological microscope which will be used to map the location and type of inclusion on a plot diagram. The piece will be given a clarity grade determined using the GIA clarity grading system, which will be noted in the detailed report.
Color analysis: The amount of inherent color in your diamond will be evaluated and compared to GIA master graded diamonds under proper diamond grading lamps, as well as natural lighting. A letter grade for your color type using the GIA color grading system will be assigned . We have a full set of master graded stones for comparison, by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).
Carat Weight: If your diamond is mounted, the carat weight is estimated by using a standard formula based on your stone’s particular cut. If your stone is unmounted, it will be weighed directly on a digital carat weight scale. The weight is noted in the report.
Cutting Proportions: The proportions of your diamond’s cut are evaluated. The stones are then measured by taking the diameter and the depth of your diamond, with the results being recorded in millimeters.
Cut Grade: A cutting class is assigned based on the stones facets proportions.
Fluorescence: Your diamond will be tested for a reaction to longwave and shortwave ultraviolet light.
Enhancements: Any and all enhancements that are detectable by gemological testing.
Note:
Diamond Grading: Only diamonds weighing over half a carat receive a detailed report.
Step Three: Ensuring that your Jewelry will be Identifiable
Each piece, either mounted or unmounted, is individually inspected with every aspect of its uniqueness being thoroughly inspected and recorded.
Mounting Attributes:
A complete evaluation of the mounting is done and described in detail within the final report. Each piece of jewelry will be weighed, measured and described in detail. Inscriptions, hallmarks, karat stampings, signatures and any other identifying markings are all meticulously noted. Also contained in the report is a me
Mounting Attributes:
A complete evaluation of the mounting is done and described in detail within the final report. Each piece of jewelry will be weighed, measured and described in detail. Inscriptions, hallmarks, karat stampings, signatures and any other identifying markings are all meticulously noted. Also contained in the report is a metallurgic analysis that is conducted on all metals to verify type and fineness.
Any additional stones, or diamond accents are evaluated for clarity, color, and carat weight using the appropriate formulas with the results displayed in the report. Any custom design and/or hand fabricated work, along with signed pieces are noted and taken into account in the final value calculation.
Final Step: How Do I Receive My Appraisal?
Every appraisal done by Jewelry Appraisals, OKC is finalized by the delivery of a final appraisal report that is a fully comprehensive, precise collection of all data receive from any test conducted on each stone. This final appraisal report is available through direct pick up when your items are retrieved or through the mail (please allow a full business week with this option).
The Final Hard Copy Appraisal Report:
All the quality analysis information listed above, is conveyed in a clear, concise format in the final appraisal report. Digital Photographs are available as an option for all jewelry items and are included in the appraisal document for an additional fee*. The report is signed by the appraiser. In mos
The Final Hard Copy Appraisal Report:
All the quality analysis information listed above, is conveyed in a clear, concise format in the final appraisal report. Digital Photographs are available as an option for all jewelry items and are included in the appraisal document for an additional fee*. The report is signed by the appraiser. In most cases, your appraisal will be mailed to you within one week of its completion. Your appraisal will be prepared in conformity with the Uniform Standards of Appraisal Practice, USPAP.
*See FAQ “How much do you charge for a jewelry appraisal?”