[Jewelry making - Article 00151] - Re: [Orchid] Appraisal

[Daniel R. Spirer]

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    The GIA or similar courses will not make you an appraiser.  They are
    necessary to become an appraiser but all they teach you to do is
    identify and evaluate gems and diamonds.  Appraising requires a
    significant amount of knowledge regarding pricing and costs that is
    not covered in their courses (although their appraisal course will
    help on this).  That being said you should still take their courses
    as it is a great first step and the knowledge is wonderful to have
    regardless of whether you pursue appraising. Cost wise I think you
    should expect to pay in the neighborhood of $3-4000 for the courses
    and expect about 1-2 years of time if you work diligently. You might
    look into their six month in house classes. 

Daniel R. Spirer, GG
Spirer Somes Jewelers
1794 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140
617-491-6000
spirersomes AT earthlink.net
www.spirersomes.com

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