Yes — jewelry appraisals are worth it, but only for high-value jewelry pieces. A typical appraisal costs about $100, so unless your piece is worth significantly more than that, spending money on ...

How to insure your jewelry A professional jewelry appraisal is often required when purchasing a homeowners insurance rider or a standalone policy. Ask your insurance company for referrals to ...

If you want to donate jewelry to charity and deduct the donation on your tax return, ask the appraiser to provide the item’s fair market value, which is “the price that property would sell for ...