Whether you need an appraisal for insurance, estate planning, replacement, or simply want a better understanding of what you own, Adamark Jewelers & Silversmiths provides professional jewelry appraisal services in Marietta, Georgia.
Most Insurance appraisals need to be updated every three years in order to obtain appropriate coverage and insure your piece can be replaced at no charge to you.
A replacement value appraisal estimates what it may cost to replace an item with one of similar quality, materials, craftsmanship, and characteristics.
A verbal appraisal can provide an informal assessment and help you better understand an item's potential value. *Verbal evaluations are not intended for insurance or legal purposes.
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An appraisal should do more than place a number on an item. It should help you understand what you own and give you useful information for insurance, estate planning, replacement, or future decisions.
Adamark has experience evaluating a broad range of jewelry, precious metals, and collectible items, including:
There are several common reasons to have jewelry or valuables professionally appraised:
Yes. You do not need to identify or sort everything beforehand. We can help evaluate inherited jewelry and other valuables and determine which pieces may warrant a more detailed appraisal.
Insurance requirements vary by company and policy, but insurers commonly request documentation of a valuable piece and its replacement value. If you are purchasing coverage for an engagement ring or other fine jewelry, check with your insurance provider to see what documentation they require.
No. Different types of value serve different purposes. An insurance or replacement appraisal is generally intended to estimate the cost of replacing an item, while resale or purchase offers are based on different market considerations. If your goal is to sell an item, let us know so we can point you toward the appropriate evaluation.
Yes, especially if you do not know exactly what the piece is. An appraisal can help identify precious metals, gemstones, quality, and other characteristics and give you a clearer understanding of an inherited piece.
There is no single schedule that applies to every piece. Precious-metal prices, diamond and gemstone markets, and replacement costs can change over time. If your appraisal is several years old, ask your insurance provider whether they recommend an updated appraisal for continued coverage.
Gold as drastically gone up in price over the last few years. If you haven't gotten an updated appraisal you could be underinsured.