Neil Beaty, Author at Professional Jewelry Appraisals

Why Do I Need an Appraiser: Quality Control

by Neil Beaty | Nov 7, 2022 | "Value", Diamond Education, Education, Gemstones, Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser, Jewelry, Jewelry Appraisals

One of the key reasons to get an independent appraisal on a new item is quality control. Sure, you’ve got a GIA report with a bunch of the relevant data, and you’ve got a good idea of the price since you’ve been shopping for months to find exactly the right...

Consumer Tips for Selling Diamonds

by Neil Beaty | Nov 4, 2022 | "Value", Brick and Mortar Jewelers, Diamond Education, Hybrid Jewelers, Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser, Internet-Only Jewelers, Jewelers, Jewelry Appraisals, Mass Merchandisers

“A diamond is forever.” Everyone has heard this slogan to advertise DeBeers’ diamonds, and it’s basically true. Al though you can break or lose them, diamonds are not particularly perishable. This has created a whole segment of customers who find that they...

What are Blood Diamonds

by Neil Beaty | Nov 3, 2022 | Diamond Education, Jewelry History

The exploitation of people in poor countries by gangs, rebels and even corrupt legitimate governments is an ongoing global problem. The term “Conflict Diamonds” or “Blood Diamonds” implies diamonds polished from rough that workers mined under forced labor,...

Why Does Every Website Have the Same Stones?

by Neil Beaty | Oct 31, 2022 | Diamond Education, Jewelry

If you’ve been shopping for a diamond using one of the big Internet databases, you may have noticed a curious phenomenon: It’s called “Diamond Memorandum.” Multiple dealers will have the same stone for sale, you know this because it’s got the exact...