by Neil Beaty | Jan 13, 2023 | "Value", Education, Jewelry Appraisals
With nearly every appraisal, after exchanging pleasantries, the first thing to happen will be the appraiser will ask you your purpose or intended use of the appraisal. Many find it to be an odd question. What Difference Does it Make? A lot. Any statement of... 
by Neil Beaty | Dec 21, 2022 | Diamond Education, Education, Gemstones, Jewelry, Jewelry Insurance
Jew·el·ry /ˈjo͞o(ə)lrē/ noun personal ornaments, such as necklaces, rings, or bracelets, that are typically made from or contain jewels and precious metal. This may seem like a terribly stupid question, especially in a jewelry blog, but it turns out to be important.... 
by Neil Beaty | Dec 8, 2022 | Education, Jewelry, Jewelry Appraisals, Jewelry Insurance
Many internet and even local vendors will include an ‘appraisal’ with your purchase….for FREE! Is that good enough for your insurance company. Will Your Insurance Company Accept the Included Appraisal? Maybe. Probably. If it’s for roughly the correct item,... 
by Neil Beaty | Nov 29, 2022 | Education, Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser, Jewelers, Jewelry
It’s often said that jewelry is more ‘trust dependent’ than it is ‘price dependent.’ Everyone wants a good deal, of course, but it’s not all about money, no matter how much we like to think it is. Even more than the quest for a bargain, we want to avoid being cheated.... 
by Neil Beaty | Nov 22, 2022 | Diamond Education, Education, Jewelers, Jewelry, Lab-Grown Diamonds
One of the popular discussion pieces of the discourse about lab-grown diamonds is that they “have no resale value. That’s why you should buy natural, mined stones. They’re a better store of value.” I’m a fan of natural diamonds, but I’m here to...
