Gemological Appraisers & Consultants

A specialist appraisal practice engaged in appraisal, brokerage, and liquidation services specific to jewelry, diamonds, gemstones and other select precious articles (watches, mineral specimens, etc.). We offer a full spectrum of appraisal services for insurance, equitable distribution, estate planning, liquidation, fair market, damage reporting, diminish in value claims, post sale analysis, and various other applications. We also regularly work with clients requiring unique appraisal solutions. At GAC we hold a combined 40 years of experience and hold credentials from the most recognized institutions in the industry: • Graduate Gemologist – Gemological Institute of America (GIA) • Graduate Jeweler – Gemological Institute of America (GIA) • Member – The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA) • Certified Gemologist Appraiser (AGS) • Fellow (FGA) – Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) • MS in Geosciences – Ohio University (OU) • Certified Pearl Specialist – Cultured Pearl Association of America (CPAA) • USPAP Compliant – Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice • Qualified to be Expert Witness in Court