Independent Diamond Appraisers - Oregon

 
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3 independent appraisers found in Oregon

Mona Smith
ASA/AGS/JBT/JVC/NAJA/AGA
Pacific Gem Lab
534 SW 3rd Avenue #206
Portland, OR 97204
Ph: 503-274-7022
www.pacificgemlab.net
ResumeResume.  Since: 1988.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesNO -If they are uneasy about thier purchase, I recommend for them to shop around and deal with whom they are comfortable with.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    www.pacificgemlab.net
Recent EducationI am currently teaching valuation theory (GJ205 class) and advanced gemological studies (GJ206 class) with the American Society of Appraisers (ASA). Also at the University level in the Art History department on Fashion and Period Jewelry 1750 to current.
Master Stone SetWe have three sets of Diamond Masters. One eight stone set of 1.00 carat sizes and two six stone sets of 0.50 to 0.35 carat size. Also a colorimeter.
Cut Evaluation ToolsSarin, OGI, Ideal scope
Cut Info in ReportWe reveal color, cut, clarity, weight, dimensions, table, depth, girdle, culet, polish and finish. If they request a OGI or sarin we will include a copy of that report consisting of weight, dimensions, total depth, pavilion depth, pavilion angle, crown angle, table size, culet, girdle mininum/maximum, fluorescence,color, clarity, along with a diagram of the stone with the proportions. With this process the stone must be loose/unmounted.
Other Areas Of ExpertisePeriod jewelry
Special PoliciesCan do your appraisal while you wait with an appointment. You will leave with report and item(s) same day.
Unique ServicesPortable lab to travel to your home, office, bank, etc.
TurnaroundWith appointment - while you wait in most cases, 3 -5 days with out.   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Insurance E&O    Liability    Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other BusinessesWe grade loose stone and jewelry for many jewelry stores all over the U.S.. We cannot and do not recommend our appraisal clients to go to any particular store for purchase. They need to feel comfortable with where and whom they are purchasing from.
OpinionYes, we will sit with the client and review the appraisal process and when complete we will review the document with them.

Ted Irwin
GG, ICGA, ASG, NAJA
Northwest Gemological Laboratory, Inc.
10801 Main St, Ste 105
Bellevue, WA 98004
Ph: 425-455-0985
www.nwgem.com
ResumeResume.  Since: 1978.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesAbsolutely not. We maintain our independence by respecting the client’s purchase choice and by only making an impartial opinion to quality and value. We may address specific questions posed by our client but refrain from making referals.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    Fee Schedule
Recent EducationMost recently, 2008 AGS Conclave,Seattle; 2008 NAJA conference,Tucson; 2008 AGA conference, Tucson. Yearly attendence at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show conducting research for the appraisal laboratory, procuring gemstones for our school of gemology and as consultant and show guide. I am the Director of Northwest Gemological Institute (NGI), a school of gemology for consumers and the trade and have developed courses in diamond grading, gemstone identification, gemstone evaluation as well as sing
Master Stone SetWe use a GIA and AGS certified Lazare Kaplan cut master diamond set as well as a full spectrum diamond colorimeter.
Cut Evaluation ToolsSarin DiaScan S+ Diamond Analyzer as well as AGS ASET technology.
Cut Info in ReportOn a mounted diamond, we offer measurements, estimated weight, color, clarity, symmetry, polish, propotion grade and a plot diagram. On a loose stone, we add specific angles and percentages with Sarin analysis.
Other Areas Of ExpertiseCase-specific fine jewelry and gemstone appraisals for insurance, estate, marriage dissolution, liquidation, bankruptcies, customs, etc. including antique, period contemporary jewelry, pearls and watches. Re-cut analysis, damage/loss reports, hypothetical reports, consultations, audits.
Special PoliciesWe are consumer advocates providing reports directly to the public rather than catering to the trade with presale documents. We will not enter into an appraisal assignment if not comfortable that we can provide the best service available. We will pr
Unique ServicesWhile-you-watch appointments with single article documents provided within the hour, associated school of gemology (NGI), resale documentation, ability to go mobile for consulting and audit functions.
PublicationsNorthwest Gemological Institute Diamond Grading, Gemstone Identification and Gemstone Evaluation laboratory manuals. Numerous seminars on specific gemstones, metals and product knowledge instruction. Author of Northwest Gemology, a newsletter publish
TurnaroundScheduled appoinments are done within the hour. Otherwise, our turnarond time is generally 2-3 business days. A specific completetion time will be quoted upon take-in as well as the assosiacetd fees.   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Security Secure Premises    Vault/Safe
Insurance E&O    Liability    Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other BusinessesWe appraise for the ultimate consumer, not a store. Since we do not buy or sell, and grade consistently for whomever has contracted us, there would be no conflict of interest. We feel that we have a fuduciary responsibility to the ultimate consumer a
Opinion"I believe the purpose of the fine jewelry appraisal is to give an honest, qualified and disinterested opinion of the article appraised without inflated values that have no benefit in an insurance replacement. An appraiser should not try to dictate the value of an item, but report a relative value based upon comparables.
I wish NGL to be known for its ability to appraise a broad range of articles from antique to contemporary jewelry, pearls and watches and for accurate representation in purposes
* Note: NGL stands for NORTHWEST GEMOLOGICAL LABORATORY and has been in business in Bellevue, Washington for thirty years (since 1978). Unfortunately, many other labs have the same or deliberaltely similar call letters (even in our own market). Please research

Thomas Elliott
G.J.G (GIA, CGA(AGS Affiliate), NAJA
North American Gemological Laboratory
13400 NE 20th St. Suite 19
Bellevue, WA 98005
Ph: 425-637-0075
www.na-gl.com
ResumeResume.  Since: 1998.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesIf a client of ours asks us of our opinion about where to purchase a similar item, we would refer them to many of the trusted local jewelers.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    Fee Schedule
Recent EducationWorld of Gems Conference 2008,Registered Master Valuer Program, National Association of Jewelry Appraisers annual re-certification & examination, GIA’s continuing education program.
Master Stone Setour laboratory has a master color grading set of diamonds as well as a master color grading set of cubic zirconia’s.
Cut Evaluation ToolsOur laboratory has an O.G.I. computerized proportion analyzer for loose diamonds and gemstones, Hearts & Arrows scope, and a Ideal-Scope. We manually grade the polish, symmetry, amd the overall appearance of the gemstones we evaluate.
Cut Info in ReportOur reports provide a plot of the main diamond for jewelry items or for loose diamonds. We also report the diamensions of the main diamond such as; Total Depth %, Pavilion depth %, crown angle, pavilion angle, table %, culet, and girdle thickness. We evaluate overall polish and symmetry as well.
Other Areas Of ExpertiseWe specialize in jewelry appraisals, antique jewelry, estates, detecting treatments/synthetics, diamond/gemstone re-cutting advice and laser inscriptions.
Special PoliciesAll our services are while you wait or completed within 24-48 hours turnaround. Any items dropped off or mailed to our office are fully insured, so that you can feel safe when mailing or leaving items with us.
Unique ServicesIn addtion to appraisals we provide Laser inscriptions to diamonds and gemstones if they are un-mounted or mounted in jewelry. We provide this service while you wait or within 24 hours. We also have a mobile laboratory for in-store appraisal clinics, large estates or court testimony.
TurnaroundAll our services are "While you wait & watch" or if dropped off or mailed to our office are completed within 24-48 hours.   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Security Secure Premises    Vault/Safe
Insurance E&O    Liability    Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other BusinessesNorth American Gemological Laboratory is an independent jewelry appraisal laboratory. We do not buy or sell jewelry, therefore our reports are completely unbiased. Our only purpose is to provide our clients with accurate documentation and replacement
OpinionNorth American Gemological Laboratory will provide you with accurate appraisal reports based on current market value research, so you can obtain adequate insurance coverage. You may also want to determine the value or authenticity of your jewelry for estate and tax purposes, divorce settlements, donations and loans. Though some merchants provide you with a "free appraisal" with your purchase, it is adviseable to have a "second opinion" to confirm the value and quality of your jewelry. An INDEPENDENT and A
* Note: North American Gemological Laboratory has been specializing in jewelry appraisal since 1998. We know the most important reason for a jewelry appraisal is for insurance purposes. Over the years, the value of your jewelry and gem stone can vary greatly. If

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