Can anyone tell me if there are any stores in NYC that will do “While you wait” or 1-2 day appraisals?
I recently purchased a setting from a “high end” retailer in NYC and had them mount a stone, which I already owned. When I had them make the ring I gave them a copy if the GIA Cert and told them that I would need an appraisal when I picked the ring up so that I could insure it. To make a long story short, they did not appraise anything other then the setting (for the exact purchase price) and they would not appraise a stone they did not sell. After complaining for weeks they will send it to an external appraiser if I pay the fee and it will take 2-3 weeks!
Can anyone recommend a retail location that is reputable and can provide an appraisal same day or couple of days? I’m not overly concerned with the appraisal cost.
Thanks!