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Appraisal information
7 reasons to appraise
Why an independent appraiser
Rates and fees
Sample reports
Comprehensive appraisal includes the following info on glossy photo paper, enclosed in a clear front binder:

Excellent digital color photos
Millimeter measurements
Actual carat weight if loose, estimated if mounted

Color

Fluorescence

Clarity
Plotting diagram of diamond's characteristics and key to symbols

AGA Cut Class Ranking
Total depth
Table size
Crown height & angle
Pavilion depth & angle
Girdle thickness
Culet size
Polish
Symmetry

Actual IdealScope photo image
Hearts & Arrows photo image for appropriate stones

On round stones
DiamCalc Light Return Analysis, with rankings on:

Light Return, mono & stereo
(Non) Leakage, mono & stereo
Contrast
(Non) Fisheye Effect

On fancy cuts:
Critique with “nutshell” description of diamond’s pros and cons
Description and weight of mounting
Ranking of mounting manufacture, workmanship & condition
Retail Replacement Value
Supplemental info sheets:
The Four C's
Diamond Grading, Is It A Science?
Retail Replacement Value, What Does It Mean?
About Sarasota Gem Lab

Fee Sheet

References (attorneys, banks, jewelers, gemologists &
private individuals)

Plain paper copy for insurance company