Appraisal Fees:

We appraise all of your items in front of you, while you wait, with a confirmed appointment.

Written documentation includes photos, complete description of each item and monetary evaluation
, for retail replacement value or fair market value

• One jewelry item - $95
• Second jewelry item - $85
• After the second item, each additional item - $80 each
• For five or more items, a per hour fee of $195 and an estimated fee will be proposed

10% discount for Veterans and Active Duty military (must be on your ID or DD Form 214)

Verbal evaluations do not come with any documentation, paper work or photos

A per hour fee of $195 and an estimated fee will be proposed

We often hear questions like these from our clients:
* Can you tell me if this stone is real?
* I found this ring. Can you tell me if its worth anything?
* I inherited jewelry; can you separate it into jewelry that is worth something and that which isn't?
* Can you verify this is a sapphire? My mother gave it to me...
* Can you tell me if this is a real diamond? My boyfriend gave it to me...
* I always thought this bracelet was valuable; can you confirm if it is or isn't?
* I want to sell this necklace. Can you tell me how much I should sell it for?
* I bought this as an emerald. Can you verify what it really is?

You can opt for a Verbal Appraisal! These types of appraisals do not come with written documents or photos. The fee for this varies depending on how many items and how much time we spend on helping you answer these questions. Call for a quote.

Specialty items - will be assessed using a per hour fee of $195 per hour

• Items that contain over 35 stones
• Multi-stone straight or tapered baguette jewelry
• Pieces that may take extra time to research

Appraisal Updates on items we have previously appraised - $80 per item

Payment is due at the time of the appointment. For large appraisals, half the estimated fee is due at the appointment and the balance is due when the written appraisal is complete. We accept major credit cards, cash, check and Paypal.

At our appointment all the information about your item(s) is collected and the pricing and final appraisal work are done within 4 - 5 business days.

If traveling to your location, a minimum fee of $50 or $1.00 per mile (roundtrip), which ever is greater

Gem Appraisers Colorado does not buy jewelry. We can advise you on selling prices, where to sell, and how to sell your items with confidence.

The process of evaluating your jewelry contain many steps which include the following:

• Detailed descriptions of the jewelry item
• Cleaning the jewelry as needed
• Gold testing
• Quality analysis of clarity, cut and color on stones
• Calculating gem weight based on measurements
• Totaling gem carat weight
• Physical dimensions of items
• Natural or synthetic origins
• Treatments used on gems
• Construction of piece
• Rarity of item
• Overall condition and wear
• Color photos

Save money on your per hour fee by cleaning your jewelry or stones before your appointment.

Art of Gold Rings

 

CONTACT US

gemappraiserscolo@comcast.net

To make an appointment call us today at 303-815-6704

Office hours are Monday through Friday 10 am - 5 pm by appointment only

Our office is located at:

2373 Central Park Blvd #100, Denver Co 80238 (click for directions)

Updated: 9/9/24


Back to Main Page

© 2025 Gem Appraisers Colorado, Denver, CO. USA. All rights reserved