SERVICES

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WHY YOU NEED AN APPRAISAL:

If you said YES to any of these statements,
you need an appraisal.

Appraisals are required for a variety of reasons including:

INSURANCE

AC Appraisals, Ottawa Jewellery Appraisal for insurance on diamond jewellery

This is the most common use for an appraisal.  Values are based on the Retail Replacement Value.  

ESTATE & PROBATE

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Appraisals are required for the equitable division of assets or tax purposes.  Values are based on the Fair Market Value.  

VERIFY & COMPARE

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Verify or identify a purchased or inherited item.  The most appropriate market will be selected.  

AC Appraisals will identify the appropriate market to research and determine the value based on the intended use of the appraisal.

EXTRA FACETS

JEWELLERY BOX CLEAN OUT

Recently inherited someone’s jewellery? Collected an immense amount of jewellery through the years? Not sure what you have anymore?

With the Jewellery Box Clean Out Service, I can sort through your items and help you determine which items are of value and which items are not.    

What treasures will we find in your jewellery box?   Get answers to your jewellery questions.

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JEWELLERY EDUCATION

Are you planning to make an important purchase? Feeling overwhelmed by all the choices and pushy sales tactics? Want an unbiased opinion before you make the BIG purchase?  

Have an independent prospective guide you through the process.  With the Jewellery Education Service,  I provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to make the right choice during your next visit to the jewellery store.

Interested in learning about gems? Customized courses for gem enthusiasts are available.   

JEWELLERY UP CLOSE

Did you know that every gem is one of a kind? Let’s find out what makes your jewellery unique.  

With the Jewellery Up Close Service, I use the latest microscope and camera equipment to easily see what makes your jewellery unique at up to 50X Magnification.  Digital photos can be shared with clients for future reference.  

Uncover the remarkable features hiding within.     

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