A written jewelry appraisal is what insurers ask for, and it takes a trained gemologist to do one properly. Every business in this list names appraisals or gemological services in its business name, listing or on its own website.
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Market Street Diamonds
2512 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037-1611
Tue-Fri 11:30am-6pm, Sat 11:30am-5:30pm (appointments required except Thursdays)
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Secrète Fine Jewelry
1607 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009-1013
Mon-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm
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Tiny Jewel Box
1155 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036-4304
Mon-Sat 10am-5:30pm
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Town Jewelers Inc.
3305 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008-1302
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Charles Schwartz & Son Jewelers
1400 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004-1119
Mon-Fri 11am-5pm
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Afram Jewelers
1427 H St NW, Washington, DC 20005-2202
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Capitol Coin & Stamp Company Inc
1100 17th St NW Ste B7, Washington, DC 20036
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Mia Gemma
933 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004-1405
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L. Priori Jewelry
1002 Wisconsin Ave NW Rear, Washington, DC 20007-3718
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Lambros Fine Jewelry
2500 Calvert St NW, Washington, DC 20008-2649
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Good to know
Why do I need a jewelry appraisal?
Insurers usually ask for a written appraisal to insure a ring or other valuable piece, and an appraisal helps when dividing an estate or deciding what to sell. It describes the metal, the stones and their measurements, and states a value for the stated purpose.
How often should jewelry be reappraised?
Many insurers and appraisers suggest updating an appraisal every few years, because gold and diamond prices change. An outdated appraisal can leave a piece underinsured.