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Every jewelry appraisal Gemological Profiles produces is performed to the highest industry standards and includes the following:

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Peace of Mind

Our approach to gemological services offers you the peace of mind and professionalism only achieved by a company that is the culmination of over six decades and three generations of industry experience, a state of the art gem lab, Graduate Gemologists, and membership in the American Society of Appraisers.

Every jewelry appraisal report includes an item description, a list of components which make up the item, a detailed description of each component, a plot of the internal characteristics of every significant diamond and enlarged digital photographs.

We provide services and create reports for many of San Diego’s best known law firms, insurance companies and citizens. (Testimonials)

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features
benefits
     
Graduate Gemologists will perform every detail included in each report
Gemological Institute of America
You get the best experts in the field of gemology
 
 
 

We work by appointment

We work at your convenience

 
 

In-Vault or on sight jewelry appraisals

Safety and convenience

 
 

Appraisal review

Every jewelry appraisal report is double checked for accuracy

 
 

ASA Membership
American Society of Appraisers

Your jewelry appraisal report will always be written according to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP)

 
 

Enlarged Digital Photographs

Detail that is needed should you ever want to replace or recreate a lost or stolen item

 
 

Detailed diagram of internal diamond characteristics

Allows you to positively identify your diamond

 
 

An accurate non inflated value

Saves you money with your insurance premiums

 
 

List of questions to ask your insurance agent

You will be able to determine exactly what type of coverage you are getting from your agent

 
 

Insurance referral service

Allows you to get the best coverage for your jewelry

 
 

Complete detail and polishing of each item appraised

Your jewelry will look brand new when your appraisal is complete

   
Contact Info 858-395-7043 or email us at info@gemprofiles.com

Professional Profiles
David S. Bowie, ASA, GG, GJ (GIA), Master Gemologist Appraiser®
professional history
  CEO Jewelry Visions Inc. since 1984
Association Memberships
  2002 American Society of Appraisers - ASA Senior Member
Gemological Institute of America - Alumni Association
selected education
  Appraisal Studies of Fine and Decorative Arts  
 
Offered in collaboration with the American Society of Appraisers
PP/GJ 201 - Introduction to Personal Property - 2003
PP/GJ 202 - Research and Analysis - 2003
PP/GJ 203 - Report Writing - 2003
PP/GJ 204 - The Legal and Commercial Environment - 2003
GJ 205 - Appraisal Theory, Methods & Application - 2006
GJ 206 - Gems & Jewelry Appraisal Techniques & Standards - 2006
  Jewelers Board of Appraisal Review
Jewelry Appraisal Basics- 2003
  Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice - 2002
 

Gemological Institute of America
Graduate Gemologist - 1983
Graduate Jeweler - 1983

continuing education
  American Society of Appraisers
International Conference – 2007, 2005, 2004, 2003 and 2002
  Gemological Institute of America
Advanced Gemology, Treatment and Synthetics - 2002
recertification requirements
 
Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice – Expires 2007

John T. Abbott, G.G. (GIA), ASA
Master Gemologist Appraiser®
professional affiliations
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American Numismatic Association - Life member
American Society of Appraisers - International Committee, Gems & Jewelry
Gemological Institute of America - Alumni and Associates Life Member
National Association of Jewelry Appraisers
selected education
 

American Numismatic Association
Coin Grading - 1978
Detection of Counterfeit and Altered Coins - 1981

 
  Gemological Institute of America
Graduate Gemologist - 1983
 
  Hillsdale College
BA Political Economy - 1993
 
  American Society of Appraisers
PP/GJ 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206
 
continuing education
  Gemological Institute of America
Advanced Gemology, Treatment and Synthetics - 2002
 
  American Society of Appraisers
International Conference – 2003 and 2002
 
recertification requirements
 
Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice – Expires 2005
  Master Gemologist Appraiser ® - Expires 2007

Jo Ellen Cole, G.G. (GIA), F.G.A.
professional history
  Gemological Institute of America
Collector Curator 1994-2001
Librarian 1991-1994
 
  Guild Laboratories, Los Angeles
Laboratory Manager 1986-1990
 
  Shane's Jewelry 1984-1985  
selected education
  Gemological Institute of America
Graduate Gemologist - 1979
 
  Gemological Association of Great Britain
Fellow of the Gemological Association of Great Britain- 1982
 
continuing education
  International Society of Appraisers
Certified Appraiser of Personal Property – 4 courses - 1991
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