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A well prepared and comprehensive appraisal
should contain sufficient information so that the reader knows exactly what
the appraiser is describing. This should be presented in an easily understood
format, with detailed photographs of the item being appraised. Below is a checklist of what is
typically included in a professionally prepared appraisal. Ø Diamonds o
The 4
C’s a must; Cut, Color, Clarity, Carat Weight Ø Colored
Gemstones o
o
Indications
of cutting quality Ø Conditions of
Grading: Ø
Grading system used: o
GIA, AGS, or
other o Grading should be specific; important stones
should not be split graded Ø Measurements o Stones should indicate all possible measurement
in millimeters Ø Enhancements o
At least a
general statement on gemstone enhancement o Important stones should detail specifics of an
enhancement o Laser drilled, irradiated, fracture filled, etc. Ø Fluorescence
can impact value and should be noted Ø
Damage o
Even minor
damage should be noted Ø A plot or map
of a gemstone can be very helpful Ø The definition
of value used should be clearly stated Ø Any limiting
conditions should be clearly stated Ø Mountings o
Metal
quality and color clearly indicated o
Methods and
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