Appraisal documents include:

A detailed description of each item providing identification
measurements, weight calculations

Digital photograph of each item enlarged to show detail

Plotting of diamonds over ½ carat

Proportion analysis of all diamonds over 1 carat

Colored stone grading and plotting of stones over 1 carat.

Research valuation at appropriate market level

Identification of designer and manufacturer when possible.

Photocopies of certificates, when available

Metal content

Photomicrographs (photographs taken through the microscope) are used sometimes for insurance claims or for showing maker’s mark which is sometimes significant.

Explanation of value definitions or industry-specific terminology.

Two copies of document, one for insurance company,