Jewellery is valued for a variety of purposes (see What We Do).

However, the majority of valuations conducted are for insurance cover. The majority of insurance companies require you to update the valuation of your jewellery every 2 – 4 years. Also if you have not had your items valued, insurance companies will not, subject to their policy, compensate you correctly for your jewellery. If you have an independent valuation your claim will be more favourably processed.

Proof of ownership is another advantage to jewellery valuations. Jewellery is quite often inherited down the generations of a family. However, proving ownership of this jewellery if stolen can be difficult. A jewellery valuation certificate can provide as a record of possession.

When selling your jewellery it is important you receive an appraisal of your jewellery. It is also important that this valuation is independent to ensure you are given the most accurate and fair price for your treasures. Having an independent valuation will protect you when selling jewellery by ensuring fair trade.