Independent Diamond Appraisers - Arizona

Independent Diamond Appraisers - Arizona

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5 independent appraisers found in Arizona

Craig Lynch
AGA, JSA, AJA,
Ouellet & Lynch
3730 W Michigan Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
Ph: 602-264-3210
www.ouellet-lynch.com

Resume	. Since: 1983. Court Witness: . Sell Retail:
Charges	Per Item Per Time Percentage
Recent Education	ASA JG206 class tested passed,
Master Stone Set	certified GIA Diamond master set
Turnaround	Same day Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Insurance	E&O Liability Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Opinion	Yes

LaVerne M. Larson
CSM, NAJA, GG
Gemological & Appraisal Services
1120 E. Mead Dr.
Chandler, AZ 85249
Ph: 480-802-8092

Resume	Resume. Since: 1997. Court Witness: . Sell Retail:
Suggest Alternatives	No, I let the client do his/her "homework" and decide upon the market-place (e.g., internet or local) they wish to use for their purchase.
Charges	Per Item Per Time Percentage Fee Schedule
Recent Education	See my Professional Profile for courses/subject listings.
Master Stone Set	I use two graded and registered master CZ sets with 10 stones in each.
Cut Evaluation Tools	I have an Ideal-Scope and use Gemology Tools Professional software in determining cut grade.
Cut Info in Report	I provide the stone's measurements, depth %, table %, girdle thickness and faceting, culet size, symmetry, polish, and cut grade on my Diamond Analysis page in addition to the color and clarity grades and plot
Other Areas Of Expertise	I have attended numerous courses on antique jewelry, several of which included information on detecting reproductions. When in doubt, I consult the experts. Many of my gem courses have addressed treatments – old and new – of diamonds and colored stones. I keep as current and informed in these matters as trade publications, professional seminars, and Internet information allow.
Unique Services	Clients never leave their jewelry, as I perform grading, testing, and photographs while the client waits and watches. Clients see their stone's identifying inclusions under the microscope to allay their fears of stone switching when taking their jewelry for sizing or repairs. Additionally, my husband is a bench jeweler (separate business) who is generally available for consultation/advice, cutting off rings that are too tight to remove, resizing gold or silver rings (no platinum), and similar
Turnaround	For Insurance Replacement appraisals, generally 3 working days for market research and administrative details. Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other Businesses	No, I do not perform any work for retail jewelers nor "To Whom It May Concern" appraisals for gem merchants.
Opinion	Appraising is a scientific process that requires both technical and research skills and applications for which the public pays a fee. Yet there are no specific licensing standards or registrations (beyond a business license) required by any State or Government office. Therefore, anyone can claim to be an appraiser – so it is the client''''s responsibility to determine whether the appraiser he/she chooses is a qualified professional. Pricescope is taking the lead again in assisting the public to do this.

Marti Hubbard
GG, MGA-ASA, NAJA, AGA
Appraisals of Jewelry by Marti, LLC
3731 W. Potvin Lane
Tucson, AZ 85742
Ph: 520-400-8586
www.appraisalsofjewelrybymarti.com

Resume	. Since: 1990. Court Witness: . Sell Retail:
Suggest Alternatives	Yes. I have contacts in the retail jewelry market and the secondary retail jewelry market.
Charges	Per Item Per Time Percentage
Recent Education	Recertification of the Master Gemologist Appraiser level of Gems and Jewelry discipline of the American Society of Appraisers and the GJ 206 class.
Master Stone Set	Diamond Master Set and Colorimeter
Cut Info in Report	Shape, table and depth measurements and cut class grades.
Other Areas Of Expertise	I have a special interest in antique and vintage jewelry.
Unique Services	I can connect with another appraiser, Tracy Aros, who is also a MGA with ASA with our appraisal programs. We can do an appraisal out of the office for half of the time since both of us can work on the same appraisal at the same time. In large estates this is particularly appealing to the client as this saves time for someone to be with the jewelry while is it appraised if this is a requirement of the estate.
Turnaround	One - four items can be done while you wait. Others may take a week, etc. depending on the number of items and amount of time needed for market research. Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Security	Secure Premises Vault/Safe
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other Businesses	No
Opinion	An appraisal is an opinion as to the authenticity, quality, design and value of a piece of jewelry backed and supported by training (every five years), equipment and experience. The most protective part of an appraisal is an explicit description of the jewelry item, accurately depiciting the design, the metal and the stones.
* Note:	I am currently the national secretary of the Gems and Jewelry committee of the American Society of Appraisers which permits me to be in current touch with the new events taking place in the world of jewelry appraising.

Raymond H. Mason
GG, ICGA, AGA, NAJA, GEM-A
Arizona Gemological Lab
3200 N. Hayden Rd, Ste. 110
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Ph: 480-946-9574

Resume	Resume. Since: 1996. Court Witness: . Sell Retail:
Suggest Alternatives	I can suggest retailers for client to shop at.
Charges	Per Item Per Time Percentage Fee Schedule
Recent Education	Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser (ICGA) through The American Gem Society.
Master Stone Set	Arizona Gemological Laborator, Inc. owns two GIA certified Diamond Master Gradng sets. One set is also AGS certified.
Cut Evaluation Tools	Ogitech Megascope. The Megascope measures all dimensions of a diamond with precision. The measurements include table percentage, crown height percentage, crown angle, pavilion depth percentage, pavilion angle, culet size and girdle size. The Megascope also will display cut grades based on different gemological laboratories such as GIA and AGS. The Megascope has many other uses. The Megascope can help determine recut carat weights for chipped diamonds and measures every angle of every facet.
Cut Info in Report	We include for mounted diamonds of 0.50 carats and above the following: Measurements, (length to width ratio for fancy shape diamonds), carat weight, color grade, clarity grade, total depth %, table %, girdle size, culet size, polish, symmetry and overall proporitons.
Other Areas Of Expertise	Experienced in antique and vintage jewelry as well as reproduction jewelry. Experienced in recut evaluation for damaged diamonds and colored gemstones. Detection of synthetic and imitation gem materials.
Unique Services	Arizona Gemological Laboratory, Inc. is a complete gems and jewelry Appraisal Service. Appraisal appointemnets can be made at the office. Appointments are avialble to clients who wish to observe and wait for their jewelry items to be appraised. For Retail Jewelers, In-Store Appraisal Clinics are offered. Retail Jewelers can inquire about these services through the business office at 480-946-9574.
Turnaround	Appraisal appointemnets for items which do not require additional research, the turn-around time is usually one hour per item (or less for multiple items). Items requiring further research can take longer, depending on the amount of required reseach Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Security	Secure Premises Vault/Safe
Insurance	E&O Liability Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other Businesses	No.
Opinion	When seeking a professional appraiser a client should know the appraisers qualifications such as: The appraiser should be a Graduate Gemologist (G.G.) of the Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.) and a member in good standing of a professional Appraisal Organization (N.A.J.A, A.S.A, I.S.A.). An appraiser should have a working knowledge of the various market places.

Ron Traxler, G.G. (GIA)
JVC,GG,NAJA,AAA,AGTA
Jordans Jewelry, Inc.
4965 Addison Circle
Addison, TX 75001
Ph: 972-774-1880
www.jordansjewelry.com

Resume	www.jordansjewelry.com. Since: 1983. Court Witness: . Sell Retail:
Suggest Alternatives	Our appraisal practice provides accurate non bias information. We report value we do not set values.
Charges	Per Item Per Time Percentage
Recent Education	Theory and Methodology for Gems and Jewelry Specialization, Appraisers Association of America.
Master Stone Set	We have both.
Cut Info in Report	Shape & cut, length, width, depth, weight, table measurements, table percentage, depth percentage, clarity, color, girdle thickness, culet, polish, symmetry, proportions, fluorescence, and plotting
Other Areas Of Expertise	Insurance replacement of jewelry, gemstones, watches, sterling flatware & holloware. State approved Continuing Education Instructor. "Jewelry Appraisals and Their Impact." "Jewelry Claims Handling."
Unique Services	Portable Laboratory providing on-site appraisals of jewelry collections. Educating client and consulting.
Publications	Continuing Education Courses approved by the State of Texas for agent and adjuster training. "Jewelry Appraisals and Their Impact." "Jewelry Claims Handling." Colored Gemstone Appraisal." Claims Magazine.
Turnaround	Immediate. Time required 15 to 30 minutes per item. Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Security	Secure Premises Vault/Safe
Insurance	E&O Liability Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other Businesses	As a member of The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC), National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA)and Appraisers Association of America (AAA) we adhere to the prescribed Code of Ethics and Professional Standards.
Opinion	It is important for consumers recognize professional jewelry appraisers have successfully tested and completed formal appraisal training as prescribed by The Appraisal Standards Board as set forth by the United States Congress. Jordans Jewelry, Inc. will explain exactly what you have.
* Note:	Our work is performed while the clients are present. Counseling is an integral part of the appraisal process. All work performed is CONFIDENTIAL.