Appraisal
Our next appraisal dates:
Thursday, February 8
Thursday, March 7
Thursday, April 4
Thursday, May 2
Thursday, May 30
Please call us to reserve your appointment as space is limited.
Certified Appraiser, Lori Coogan is present on the premises for the designated day and does all work within our showroom. This service includes a thorough evaluation of the item, detailed written description complete with measurements, grading specifications, identifying characteristics and other pertinent information in a format appropriate for insurance use.
A photo of the appraised items completes the appraisal package and will be emailed to you within 10 business days.
We recommend that your items be left at the store in advance to properly prepare them for the appraisal, or an appointment can be made so the owner is present for the evaluation.
About Our Certified Appraiser
Lori Coogan
Lori is a graduate gemologist and jewelry appraiser with over 10 years experience in the jewelry trade. The practice of jewelry appraising is truly an art form. It requires a great deal of knowledge stemming from a base of gemological studies, layered with learning about antique jewelry and history, a thorough understanding of the various jewelry markets, with the appropriate application of rules and regulations, resulting in a logical fact-based conclusion regarding an item’s value.
Lori is currently a Certified Gemologist Appraiser through the American Gem Society, a member of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, and a candidate member of the American Society of Appraisers.