Services
Every report states its intended use, the market it draws value from, and the methodology behind the conclusion. That is what makes an appraisal usable by an insurer, a court, or the IRS.
Scheduling or renewing coverage
A detailed replacement-cost report your carrier can underwrite from: full gemological identification, grading, measurements, metal analysis, photography and a defensible value conclusion.
Typical turnaround · 3 to 5 business days
Executors, trustees, estate attorneys
Fair market value as of a date of death or alternate valuation date, formatted for probate filings, trust administration and IRS submission.
Typical turnaround · 5 to 7 business days
Charitable donation, tax and equitable distribution
Market-derived valuations supported by comparable sales research in the appropriate secondary market, with clearly stated intended use and scope of work.
Typical turnaround · 5 to 7 business days
Attorneys and their clients
Neutral third-party valuations prepared to withstand scrutiny, with expert consultation and deposition or testimony available on request.
Typical turnaround · By engagement
Claims after damage or theft
Documented condition assessment, pre-loss reconstruction from prior records and cost-to-repair or replacement analysis for claim adjusters.
Typical turnaround · 3 to 5 business days
Buyers and sellers of fine jewelry
A professional read on quality and realistic market value before you buy, consign or sell. An appraisal provides a professional opinion of value for a specific intended use. It is not automatically an offer to purchase the item.
Typical turnaround · 1 to 3 business days
Private On-Site Service
We bring the appraisal appointment to your home or place of business with portable gemological equipment, examine and document each piece on location, clean eligible items, and deliver digital reports once the work is complete. We can also help you organize documentation and begin the jewelry insurance process.
Explore concierge serviceAvailable by appointment. Service availability, travel fees, minimums, and geographic restrictions may apply.
UGA Labs charges a flat fee per item or an hourly professional rate for complex collections and legal engagements. Fees are never based on a percentage of value. That practice is a conflict of interest. You receive a written quote before any work begins.
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