Accredited Jewelry Appraisers, LLC :: (703)786-5349 :: Serving Northern Virginia, Maryland and the Washington DC Metro Area

Your Diamond Jewelry & Gem Appraiser Of Choice In The D.C. Metro Area!

"The Appraisal Service Was Fast, Professional, And The Rates
Were Well Worth It. I Look Forward To Future Business With AJA."
Michael F., Alexandria, VA

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Accredited Jewelry Appraisers, LLC, (conveniently located in McLean, VA) is a fully equipped
gemological laboratory serving the Northern VA, MD and DC Metro area since 1988. AJA offers
comprehensive diamond jewelry and gem appraisal reports for insurance purposes and estate
settlement to verification reports on diamond and gemstone jewelry purchased via the Internet.

An Independent jewelry appraiser will perform all diamond, jewelry, and gem appraisal
services provided by AJA: Jeff Allinson is a Graduate Gemologist (GIA), Senior Member
National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, and Member, GIA Alumni Association.

            • Gemstones will be identified, graded, measured, and their weights calculated by volumetric formula.
            • The metal content of each item will be tested and determined.
            • All diamonds will be color and clarity graded.
            • Diamonds over 1.00 will be issued a diamond certificate with color, clarity and proportion grading
              listed. Internal characteristics (inclusions) will be diagramed and accompanied by a key to symbols.
            • Colored gemstone certificates will be issued when appropriate.
            • Photomicrographs (photos through the microscope) are available if needed for insurance claims, etc.
            • Your appraisal will explain the grading systems used.
            • Explanation of the definition of value will be included, along with the instructions for the
              appropriate use of the appraisal document.