Independent Diamond Appraisers - Virginia

 
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5 independent appraisers found in Virginia

Sherlene Bradbury
GG, 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.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    
Recent EducationGIA''s doorstep diamond grading course.I attended the Winter 2006 NAJA conference in Tucson, AZ.
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.
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.

Christina (Nina) Woolford
GIA Alumni, ISA, AGA
C.M. Woolford and Associates, LLC
1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 108
Richmond, VA 23229
Ph: 804-288-3793
www.cmwoolford.com
ResumeResume.  Since: 1987.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesI do not try to sell or resell items. My only service is to provide unbiased, knowledgeable appraisal services. I assume a relationship has been established between my appraisal client and his or her jeweler. I honor this relationship.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    Fee Schedule
Recent EducationMy most reecent continuing education was with the American Society of Appraisers. Following are the courses taken; Gems & Jewelry Appraisal Techniques & Standards; Master Gemologist Appraiser Certification Class; Gems & Jewelry Appraisal Theory, Methods and Application
Master Stone SetDiamond master - GIA graded, Lazar Kaplan ideal cuts - 5 stone E, G, I, K, M
Cut Evaluation Tools95% of what I appraise is mounted... so I use the millimeter gauge (old fashioned method), GIAs Gem Diamond Proportion Analyzer and AGS''''''''s ASET viewer.
Cut Info in ReportGenerally diamonds over .50ct; table%, total depth%, girdle thickness, polish and symmetry. Soon I will be giving crown and pavilion angles.
Other Areas Of ExpertiseAntique and period jewelry, watches
Special PoliciesWe appraise to the highest gems and jewelry appraisal standards established by the International Society of Appraisers and American Society of Appraisers. We adhere to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
Unique ServicesI maintain two laboratory locations, one in my office suite and the other at an established AGS jeweler. I will go on site if the appraisal assignment requires me to do so.
PublicationsI created, founded and published the Jewelry Price Report (JPR), a quarterly pricing report beginning 1991. The JPR was the first publication to catalog comparable information on regioinal and national auction sales of antique and period jewelry.
TurnaroundOur standard turn around time is 10 working days. We can accommodate tighter turn around times if required.   Clients can attend appraisal sessions
Insurance E&O    Liability    Theft
Can Receive Directly from Vendors
Services for Other BusinessesI do not provide grading services for stores or other companies. I maintain another laboratory location in an established AGS retailer. If a conflict exist, I discuss this with the client prior to accepting the appraisal assignment.
OpinionLicensing is not required. Anyone can call themselves an appraiser. It is up to the individual to become a professional by obtaining education and experience and joining appraisal organizations that require members to adhere to strict codes of ethics. Being a Graduate Gemologist does not qualify someone to be an appraiser. Putting a price on an item is not appraising it. Appraising is the process of researching multiple prices for an item, or comparable items, then determining the value. Our appraisal servi

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

Michaux Tayloe Chopski
CGA, GG, ISA AM
Octagon Gemological Services
109 East Lee Avenue, Suite 9 and 11
Vinton, VA 24179
Ph: 540-342-6144
www.octagongem.com
ResumeResume.  Since: 2002.  Court Witness: .  Sell Retail:
Suggest AlternativesNo, I do not recommend to clients where or what brands they should buy.
ChargesPer Item  Per Time  Percentage    Fee Schedule
Recent EducationAdvanced Personal Property Appraiser Course of the American Gem Society (2005)
Master Stone SetDiamonds (10 AGS Master Color Grading stones)
Cut Evaluation ToolsGIA Diamond Proportion Analyzer for microscope, ideal scope
Cut Info in ReportI can provide: table percentage, total depth percentage, pavilion depth percentage, pavilion angle, crown angle, crown height percentage, girdle thickness, culet size, polish and symmetry grade
Other Areas Of ExpertiseI can detect old cuts vs. new cuts in diamonds, some country of origins and readily apparent treatments such as laser drilling and fracture filling in diamonds although if I detect a stone has been treated but cannot confirm (for instance with Jade that requires infra-red spectroscopy) I will refer the client to the appropriate lab for further testing.
Special PoliciesNone
Unique ServicesNone
PublicationsNone
Turnaround1-2 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 not grade for stores or companies and if there was any appraisal conflict I would always disclose it to the client.

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.

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