Northwest Gemological Laboratory
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Hi, I'm Ted Irwin and pride myself on being a consumer advocate, not an appraiser for the trade. I am dedicated to unbiased evaluations, regardless of client for the appropriate purpose.
Yes, I am a Graduate Gemologist (G.G.), but that does not qualify one to appraise jewelry. That takes years of expanding one's gemological skills and learning about manufacture, stone qualities and their value within the correct market.
But, since anyone can call themselves a jewelry appraiser (that's right, no credentials or special licensing required) many appraisals out there are not worth the paper upon which they are written. Many are also prepared for the seller and often inflate values and/or grading.
I have 36 years of appraisal experience, 35 teaching at our affiliate school of gemology (NGI) and have worked to further my profession. If this is important to you, please contact me with your further questions.
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