Discover the importance of jewelry appraisals and how it influences the value of your precious pieces. Learn the key differences between appraisal and selling price, and why getting an appraisal matters before insuring your jewelry with Jewelers Mutual. 

Getting a jewelry appraisal is simpler than you think. Learn what it is, why it’s important for insurance purposes, how much it costs, and more.

First things first. There should be no difference between a "jewelry appraisal for insurance" and any other type of jewelry appraisal.

All too often, jewelers hear, "I don't want to pay a lot for an appraisal. I only need it to get my jewelry insured."

Diamond shopping can feel overwhelming. There’s so much to know about the details of a diamond – how to spot an imperfection, how a diamond’s shape affects its shine factor, whether carat or color is more important for maximum sparkle ... the list goes on.

Avoid anxiety and confusion by using these jewelry cheat sheets as your diamond shopping sidekicks.

Whether it’s the gift of “something old” for your wedding, or inheritance from a relative, you may find yourself the new caretaker of a piece of heirloom jewelry.

While the gift of a family memento is an honor, it can also become a sticky subject.