We offer fine jewelry appraisal services in-house via our goldsmiths, artisans & GIA gemologist.
There are various reasons why you may need a jewelry appraisal. If you are like many people, you might just be curious and want a general idea of the value of an item you own.
If so, a Spencer and Kuehn consultant can usually advise you on the approximate value of your item. This consultation is a simple estimate to satisfy your curiosity and give you an approximate value of a jewelry item. We do this while you wait as a free service for our clients.
In other cases, you may need more than a verbal over the counter jewelry appraisal. A verbal appraisal will not provide you with the valid documents needed for insurance purposes. If you have valuable jewelry, you will want to protect it.
A common way to protect yourself is to insure your jewelry under your homeowners’ or renters’ policy… Either way, most insurance companies require that a reputable appraiser provide a detailed, itemized appraisal of the jewelry to be insured. It is important that your jewelry appraisal lists enough detail about your jewelry to ensure that you receive a suitable replacement in the event of a loss.
John P. Kuehn, co-founder of Spencer and Kuehn Fine Jewelry Studio, heads up our Appraisal Department. John has his Gemologist credentials from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and has been preparing appraisals since 1977. His extensive experience as a buyer of diamonds and gemstones, coupled with exposure to antique jewelry, provides him with enhanced knowledge of period jewelry values.
Our Secure In-House Process
In order for us to appraise fine jewelry, bring it to our studio in Morgantown, WV. Our staff will itemize the pieces and pre-establish general information to create a receipt. An estimate of cost will be calculated at drop-off.
Once prepared, your valuables are secured in our safe until:
*During the process, items undergo inspection and cleaning upon request. The completed document will satisfy insurance needs and be kept in our secure database for future simple updates.
In-Person Estimate
This is an in-person verbal estimate with a qualified Spencer and Kuehn consultant. This service is best if you have multiple pieces of jewelry, like an inherited estate, and you want to understand an overall worth, without the obligation of an official written appraisal.
Your consultant will sit with you and identify each piece. This walk-in service is typically available on weekdays. We can also make an offer to buy your gold for cash or store credit.
Formal Document
This is a formal written jewelry appraisal performed by one of Spencer and Kuehn’s Gemologists. This may be required by your insurance company, or simply to satisfy your own curiosity. It represents the current market value / cost to replace your jewelry.
The appraisal process itself is completed at an hourly rate in-house. Your jewelry never has to leave our store. Upon request, all fine jewelry created at Spencer and Kuehn may include a written appraisal.
Keep Value Current
Every few years insurance may require that you update the appraisals they have on file to reflect current market value.
At Spencer and Kuehn, Appraisal Updates are available for a small fee on jewelry purchased from us, in addition to any jewelry you have had appraised by us in the past. To get started, just bring in your jewelry so we can assess the current condition.
Schedule an appointment with our GIA expert John Kuehn, or Katherine Spencer, for comprehensive in-house jewelry appraisals and gold buying services.
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