Jewelry Appraisals – Serving Scottsdale, Phoenix, & Surrounding Communities
How To Schedule a Jewelry Appraisal
For Appointments Call 480-947-5866
Appointments available Tuesday through Friday between 9:30 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.
What is involved…
- 20 to 40 minutes per item
- A fun, interactive experience where you can watch the process and, if interested, see your gemstone under the microscope
- Leave WITH your jewelry — usually knowing the appraised value*
What is included…
- In depth descriptions of jewelry items
- Plot of diamonds 1 carat & over
- Photograph of each item
- Photocopy for insurance
Important: Please bring any gemstone certificates & past appraisals if you have them.
This office is in a secure environment with a bank vault. If you have a large number of items, you may leave the jewelry being appraised & pick up the items when the written appraisal is completed.
*Exceptions include more difficult items requiring more time & research.
For Appointments Call 480-947-5866
Cost of a Jewelry Appraisal
The cost of the appraisal depends upon the difficulty of the item or the purpose of the appraisal.
Cost of Appraisals: $100 for 1st item and $75-$85/each additional item.
Possible exceptions:
- Some antique items, vintage or designer pieces requiring more extensive research
- Items set with numerous gemstones of different sizes, cutting styles & qualities
- Appraisals for different purposes on the same jewelry item, e.g., insurance & fair market value for donation
One plot (diagram of clarity features in a diamond) is included in the price. Each additional plot is $5.00. Plots are usually only made for diamonds weighing 1.00 carat & over.
An additional $1.00 per photograph & a mail charge is figured into the final cost. Most items have one to three photographs taken.
We accept VISA, MasterCard, checks & cash.
Pre-Purchase Consultations
Pre-purchase consultation worksheet can be performed on loose gemstones only. Cost $65.00.
Consultation Fees
Going through quantities of jewelry to determine
- What needs appraising
- Testing metals
- Family dispersal of an estate
Consultation fees are $85.00 per hour.
Who We Are
Sindi Schloss is founder & president of International Gemological Services — a full service, independent jewelry appraisal firm & School of Gemology which began in 1983.
Ms. Schloss has numerous accomplishments & awards in gemology, appraisal science & human world adornment, as well as memberships to the major gemological associations & professional appraisal organizations.
Operating a School of Gemology requires constant updated gemological knowledge. Her association with the recently closed Bead Museum, has made her a valued consultant to antique dealers & other clients with ethnographic jewelry items & bead identification.
International Gemological Services does not buy or sell jewelry, thus provides a truly independent, & unbiased assessment.