Hello everyone! This is so very exciting for me… While I’ve been in the jewelry appraisal business for over 25 years, we’ve been pretty low-when it […]

Jewelry holds value – monetary, sentimental… often times both simultaneously. In fact, your jewelry is probably one of the most valuable physical assets in your home. […]

Ah, the perfect engagement ring! Here are a few tips when looking for and purchasing that once in a lifetime piece. Budget, budget, budget! There are […]

This is a question I get often, so I thought it beneficial to write a little bit about it here on the blog. Most recently, it […]

When most people think “diamond” they think of that beautiful, clear, sparkling, multifaceted stone that often comes in engagement rings, earrings, pendant necklaces, etc. They think […]

The holiday buying season is officially in full swing! For many, jewelry is on the list. Knowing what you’re buying, what you’re paying for, what you […]

In Dallas recently, a client wanted her Great-Aunt’s Ruby Engagement ring appraised.  It was (and is) a very attractive piece, with the year “1912″ hand engraved […]

I want to address the issue of why many consumers really need an updated  jewelry appraisal.  Although the example cited may or may not pertain to […]

This blog is written for selfish reasons.   I want to discuss pricing and selection of appraisals. I am in Delaware.    My pricing is normally $80 for […]

As of this writing (January 29th, 2016), it’s nearly Valentine’s Day.   Many individuals (mostly male) will journey into countless retail stores, smelling of . . . […]