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What the Antique Dealer Doesn’t Want You? Know from Our Experts

Sarasota Antique Buyers

When you’re considering selling your antique gold and silver, do research to learn more about the market and the pieces you have. Even the various appraiser associations don’t have any kind of standardized testing for credentials. They require members to undergo a specific area test for approval.

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How To Find An Art Appraiser

Art Appraisal Resources

A qualified appraiser organization will require background references, thorough training, testing criteria, and a rigorous code of ethics, which appraisers maintain. Credentials and Qualifications Verify the appraiser’s credentials and qualifications. Choose someone whose skills align with the nature of your collection.

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The Four C’s of ASA’s Gems & Jewelry

Imperial Gem Lab

Our training is designed to ensure that we can perform the necessary testing and research that is needed to provide the answers you need, when you need them. We don’t guess, we perform the necessary research and analysis to give you answers you can trust.

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How Do Pawn Shops Appraise Jewelry?: Understanding the Process

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Testing and Verification The appraiser could use acids or electronic testers to conduct tests to confirm the authenticity of the metal's purity. Research Look for reputable pawnshops or jewelry appraisers with qualified professionals with certifications from reputable appraisal organizations.

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ASA Newsroom - Personal Property - Untitled Article

ASA Newsroom - Personal Property

Charles Carmona, GG, ASA, has been traveling the world for five decades in search of knowledge and experience to help in his gemstone testing and appraisal businesses in downtown Los Angeles, Shenzhen and Guangzhou, China and Bangkok, Thailand. Toby Pomeroy | Founder and Lead Researcher | Mercury Free Mining, Inc.

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Deborah Villepigue Granted Title of Independent Certified Jewelry Appraiser by the American Gem Society

The Jewelry Appraiser

These credentials required extensive education, testing and many years of proven experience and diligence. We’re determined to be vigilant and faster than those who do wrong in this industry, which requires a great deal of forensic research. Our society has developed its own cut, color and clarity standards.