Jewellery Valuer
& Gemmologist

Adrian S Smith FGA AJA

 

FEES FOR JEWELLERY VALUATIONS

We pride ourselves on our ethical manner of charging

You will know exactly how much your fee will be before you set an appointment 

Fees are NOT based on a percentage of the value of your items 

No hidden extras, everything is included

Fixed nominal fee for updating your valuation

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Jewellery Valuation Fees

 

Valuation for Insurance Replacement

£50 set-up fee plus :-
            £40 for each gem-set item
            £25 for each non gem-set item
            £30 for each "grouped" heading
            Upwards of £50 for each "exceptional" item

To see more detail of "Gem-Set", "Exceptional" and "Non Gem-Set" items, jewellery valuation fees

Preferential rates are given for 10 items or more 

Valuation Updates
All future updates to one of our valuation reports are carried out for a £50 set-up fee only, irrespective of the number of items.

 

Valuation for Confirmation of Will (Probate in England)
£50 set-up fee plus £80 per hour. Please call for an estimate

 

Valuation for Private Sale, Sale Between Parties or Fair Open Market Value
£50 set-up fee plus £80 per hour. Please call for an estimate

 

Valuation for Family Division or Divorce Settlement
£50 set-up fee plus £80 per hour. Please call for an estimate

 

Capital Gains Tax Assessment and Loan Security Valuations
Special conditions apply, please contact us

 

Other Services and Fees

 

Free "Item Assessment" Consultation

This is a free service intended to identify which of your items require a valuation and to provide a clear plan of action for you to follow, if you wish. 
If work is required, a quote will be supplied for your consideration. There is no obligation but this free appointment is limited to 30 minutes. For more details click here. To book a free consultation Contact Us

Our thanks are due to our client Miss J G***** of Edinburgh whose feedback comments prompted us to develop this service. To see other implemented client suggestions, click here

 

Out-of-Hours Service
Work performed outside 9am to 5pm is charged at normal rates plus a one-off £25 out-of-hours fee. 

Our thanks are due to our client Mr. D McA****** of Auchterarder whose feedback comments prompted us to develop this service. To see other implemented client suggestions, click here

 

Domicile Valuations
In some instances, an "on site" valuation may be more appropriate. 
£50 set-up fee plus £80 per hour, including the travelling time.
Travelling expenses charged at £0.30 per mile.
If an overnight stay is required this will be charged at cost (our requirements are not extravagant).
 
The Collectors Service
This service is specifically designed for clients who add to their jewellery collection on a regular basis. (say four or more pieces in a 12 month period)
An item fee is charged for the valuation of each item as it is purchased. A PDF format report is e-mailed to the client on each occasion.
£50 set-up fee is charged 12 months later for a full printed report detailing all the items collected in previous 12 months.

Our thanks are due to our client Mrs. J. M**** of Dundee whose feedback comments prompted us to develop this service. To see other implemented client suggestions, click here

 

Gemstone / Diamond Identification and Grading Assessment
Fees vary according to complexity of the assignment. Please call for an estimate

 

Collection and delivery charges (one way)
Edinburgh: £15.00  Aberdeen: £20.00  Dundee: £10.00 
Other areas by arrangement.
If posted to us (by Royal Mail Special Delivery Service), return post will be charged at £7.50

 

".......I only wish other businesses that I deal with were as helpful and efficient as you." Mrs G Wood. Angus

More testimonials

Thank you
Our thanks are due to our client Mrs. N. B****** of Aberdeen whose feedback comments helped us to make our fees web page easier to understand. To see other implemented client suggestions, click here

 

Jewellery Valuations by Adrian Smith FGA,AJA. Independent Jewellery Valuer. Scotland.
Fellow of the Gemmological Association - NAG Registered Valuer - AJA Certified Appraiser.