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Stories of custom designs, high-value sales, exceptional estates, and appraisals.
Jewelry Appraisal FAQs
Jane Becker, fine jewelry appraiser with over 35 years in the industry, shares her answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding jewelry appraisals.
Gems Among Friends
When you sell gold, your first step is to remove any diamonds or colored gemstones. From there you have a few options. You can sell the gold and precious gemstones, or you can repurpose these materials into something new.
Seven Rings for Seven Ladies
I always say, “jewelry is more than just gold and stones. Every piece has a feeling attached to it.” That’s exactly what happened with this recent project.
Creating a Custom Emerald Engagement Ring
After working together for over three years, my assistant and I finally had the opportunity to meet in person. I was thrilled to design her custom emerald engagement ring. She flew to New York City and filmed a day in my life.
From Heirlooms to A Perfect Ring
One of the women from one of my networking groups recently came to me with a fun challenge. She had multiple rings that she inherited from several members. She knew she would never be able to wear all of the rings, and asked if there was a way to create one single piece that showcased each of the stones.
When You Know You're Ready to Sell
After a divorce, it's common to have certain pieces of jewelry you know you will never wear again. Whether you decide to redesign or sell these pieces, there are several options on how to move forward.
Recently, a Trust & Estates Attorney asked me to help one of his clients with such a project. She had a beautiful Columbian emerald and diamond ring and a classic pair of princess-cut diamond stud earrings.