Independent Diamond Appraisers - Maryland

 
Find an independent appraiser:    or Zip   Appraiser Registration 
5 independent appraisers found in Maryland

Sherlene Bradbury
GG, Senior Memeber, NAJA
Yantz Bradbury Associates
PO Box 10123
Rockville, MD 20850
Ph: 301-335-6687
www.ybassociates.net
ResumeResume.  Since: 1979.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesIf a client comes to me for an appraisal, it would be extremely unethical to suggest another venue for purchasing a similar item. If the item is not up to standards of acceptability, I recommend they go back to the original seller and start over. If going back to the original seller is not an option, only then would I suggest an alternative.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    
Recent EducationGIA’’s doorstep diamond grading course.I attended the Winter 2006, Summer 2008 and 2009 NAJA conferences.
Master Stone SetCZ
Cut Info in ReportMy reports have dimensions, table and total depth, crown angle and pavilion depth, culet, girdle and fluorescence information as well as polish and symetry. Reports also include photomicrographs of idendifying inclusions external marks.
Other Areas Of ExpertiseBecause of my many years in the estate and retail area, I am competent in recognizing and valuing old cut stones, reproductions and antiques. The country of origin areas I leave to the labs
Unique ServicesI have a mobile lab, laptop and printer to appraise in the client’’s home or office. I also take clients at my private office which is in walking distance of the Shady Grove Metro stop.
PublicationsI have had articles published in the Travel Section of The Washington Post, Washington Woman and Your Health. These articles are available in their entirety on my website.
TurnaroundI do all appraisals at the time of evaluation except where further research is required. When this is necessary, the documents is mailed in a timely manner.   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other BusinessesI have corporate accounts and keep the clientele separate. Should a conflict arise, I would absolutely disclose to the client and suggest another independent in the area
OpinionI am hired to give my opinion on what the client has purchased or inherited as well as many other types of evaluations and will give all of the information that I can make available. It is important for the client to understand that there are many different markets in which a piece is evaluated and "what it’’s worth" will be different depending on those markets. I am happy to spend as much time as necessary to assist the client in understanding what they are asking for and what they will be receiving.
Davia Kramer
GG,ICGA, NGJA
Jewelry Appraisal Lab
Rockville, MD 20847
Ph: 301-770-4367
ResumeAttached.  Since: 1991.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesIf I customer wants to purchase additional items, I tell him what
stores are in his area.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    My minimum fee is $90 with an hourly fee for insurance appraisals of $150 and $175 hourly fee for legal work. Court time has a 3 hour minimum.
Recent EducationI go to the AGS conclave yearly. In May I took the GIA class on
pearl grading, advanced diamond grading and advanced gemology - ruby,
emerald sapphire. I also attend our local GIA alumni meetings.
Master Stone SetI have 5 diamond masters and a set of 10 cz’s.
Cut Evaluation ToolsH&A
Cut Info in Reportculet size, girdle size and condition, table %, depth %. I also
list any information in accompanying grading reports
Other Areas Of ExpertiseI believe that I can usually detect reproductions, and treatments,
and although I can often tell country of origin - I leave that for the BIG
(GIA, AGTA) labs - they get $500 for a country of origin report
Unique ServicesI can usually produce a document while the client is here.
TurnaroundWithin two weeks   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Security Secure Premises    Vault/Safe
Insurance E&O    Liability    Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other BusinessesI do appraisals for various jewelry stores but not on the store
merchandise. If I think there is the slightest reason for conflict of
interest - I always tell the client.
OpinionClients need to know that "ego" appraisals don’t help them, it just
increases the amount of insurance they pay, not what they will receive if
the item is lost or stolen.
As I don’t sell any jewelry, I can be objective with no hidden agenda.

Pennye Jones-Napier
FGA, ISA
Jewellery Appraisal Sci.
call for appt.
Washington, DC 20012
Ph: 202-291-5575
www.jewelryappraisalsciences.com
ResumeResume.  Since: 1989.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesYes
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    
Recent Educationivory
Master Stone SetCZ's
Cut Evaluation ToolsMicroscope, measures
Cut Info in Reportdescription
Other Areas Of Expertiselecturer and educator on these subjects at university level
PublicationsPrefer Not To Attach
Turnaround1 week   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Security Secure Premises    Vault/Safe
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other Businessesno

Dominic Spadea
GG,CIA,NAJA
Certified Jewelry Appraisals
169 Swedesford Lane
Millersville, PA 17551
Ph: 717-380-3639
www.certifiedjewelryappraisal.com
ResumeResume.  Since: 1981.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    
Master Stone SetYES
Cut Evaluation ToolsSARIN
Unique ServicesMOBILE LAB
TurnaroundWHILE YOU WAIT   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Insurance E&O    Liability    Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors

Vincent Lash
G.G., NAJA
PRAISERS, Independent Appraisers
P.O. Box 265
Churchville, MD 21028
Ph: 800-851-7888
www.vincentlash.com
ResumeResume.  Since: 1986.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesVince is here to appraise jewelry, not sell it.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    http:/www.vincentlash.com
Recent EducationVince is continually researching and studying, please refer to www.vincentlash.com.
Master Stone SetBoth sets are available. One set may be used over another, depending on the circumstances. Each set is accurate and performs well.
Cut Evaluation ToolsVince’s portable lab is well equiped with accurate measuring tools, including the GIA Reticle/Microscope system for gemstone proportion analysis.
Cut Info in ReportFrom diamonds to colored stones, all factors that contribute to value are included in the appraisal.
Other Areas Of ExpertiseAfter over a quarter of a century in the trade, Vince can help all with their jewelry appraising needs, including dating items, revealing their origins, and of course, evaluting their accurate values.
Special PoliciesAbsolutely ethical and unbiased.
Unique ServicesPRAISERS is completely mobile. Vince covers the mid-Atlantic, including North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, averaging over 170 miles a day. Vince will come to you.
PublicationsINSURABLE INTEREST--A fictional thriller that reveals true secrets of the jewelry trade.
TurnaroundCompleted appraisal documents are usually given at the time of the appraisal examination.   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Insurance E&O    Liability    Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other BusinessesNo conflict of interest here. In fact, Vince has assisted clients during difficult situations with jewelers and jewelry purchases.
OpinionIt is just as bad to be over insured as it is to be under insured. An appraisal that is to be used for insurance protection should reflect a true out-the-door value, not an unrealistic, inflated number.
* Note: Over the past decade alone, Vince has advised more than 12,000 people about their jewelry and silver, appraising in excess of 60,000 items.

Diamond Prices | Forum | Knowledge | Wholesale Diamonds | Engagement Rings | Jewelers | Wedding | Diamond Dealers | FAQ | About | Contact | SITEMAP

© 2000-2009 Pricescope. Terms of Use, Privacy Policy Disclaimer