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How much does a jewelry appraisal cost?

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Mike Davis New Contributor
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I have been researching for weeks and still cannot decide.

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Owen King New Contributor
Small business owner sourcing from Guangzhou. 6 answers · 0 selected

Here is my honest take after owning one. I would say yes, especially if you are on a budget. I have had zero problems so far.

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    Madison Turner last week
    What about silver specifically?
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Sarah Turner Verified Expert Verified Jeweler
I sell handmade jewelry on Etsy. 112 answers · 18 selected

Good thinking asking this before buying. My ring came from Tiffany with a full certificate. Not worth the risk in my experience. Spend a little more and buy from a real store.

Short answer: no. I switched after a few months and never looked back. The upkeep was not worth it.

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Hannah Moore Verified Expert Verified Factory Rep
I test home cleaning remedies on my own pieces. 108 answers · 18 selected

I talked to my jeweler about this last month. I ordered from Tiffany online. This is totally normal. Mine did the same thing for the first month then settled.

I would say yes, especially if you are on a budget. I have had zero problems so far.

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Owen Carter Top Contributor
Stacking rings and layered necklaces person. 95 answers · 12 selected

I have had mine for over two years now. A friend of mine got hers from Blue Nile and loves it. I would say yes, especially if you are on a budget. I have had zero problems so far.

It depends on your skin and how often you wear it. Mine is fine, but a friend had issues within weeks.

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Olivia Hill New Contributor
GIA graduate, explain certificates in plain English. 4 answers · 1 selected

I will give you the straight answer. I have heard good things about James Allen, but I personally used Charles & Colvard. Yes, I have had mine for two years and it still looks great. Just clean it regularly with soap and water.

This is totally normal. Mine did the same thing for the first month then settled.

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Amber Wright New Contributor
Importing jewelry from China for my shop. 2 answers · 0 selected

After trying several options myself,

Price Breakdown

OptionTypical Cost
Lab created$800
Natural stone5-10x more
Plated alternative$20-$50 but will tarnish

Recommendation

If you are on the fence, go with the middle option. The plated stuff looks fine for a month then turns skin green. The natural stone is beautiful but the markup is brutal.

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