Apprailsal

Each piece of jewelry is cleaned, weighed, measured and described in detail.
Each diamond or colored stone ½ carat or larger will have a VHS tape made
        and stored in our vault.
All diamonds over ½ carat will be issued a grading report with color, clarity
        and cutting angles listed. The internal/external characteristics of the
        stone will be plotted.
Gemstones are identified, graded, measured, and described in gemological and
        narrative detail.
Colored gemstone certificates will be provided for colored stones when
        appropriate.
Metal content will be determined.
Your appraisal will have color photos of the items.
Photomicrographs (photos through the microscope) are available if needed for
         insurance claims, etc.
Your appraisal will explain the grading systems used.
An explanation of the definition of value will be included along with instructions
         for appropriate use of the appraisal document.
If you have any laboratory reports, we will determine if the information
          contained in the report represents the quality of your diamond.

At BIRMINGHAM GEMOLOGICAL SERVICES, Ltd. a G.I.A. Graduate
Gemologist will perform your appraisal according to Gemological
Institute of America grading standards and procedures. Our appraisals
are conducted by appointment in the presence of the client. Drop-off
service is available upon request.

BIRMINGHAM GEMOLOGICAL SERVICES, Ltd. always provides:
   Professional and courteous answers to your questions
   Complete descriptions of your property
   Duplicate reports (one copy for you and one for your insurance company)
   Photographs of your property
   Complete confidentiality
   Support in a legal dispute*
   Optional Services*:
      Extra copy of report mailed/faxed directly to your insurance agent
      Extra copies of your appraisal
      In-vault or on-site appraisals.

All mailed jewelry items are returned within 24 hours via Registered Mail. Payment is
required at the time of service and may be made by Cash, Personal Check,
MasterCard or Visa. Call us today at 248.644.8828 to set an appointment or receive a
free cost estimate.
*An additional fee may apply.