Who should value your jewellery?
A high standard is required of the person who carries out valuations. The level is set by the National Association of Goldsmiths' (NAG) who operate a Registered Valuer Scheme. To succeed as a Registered Valuer the jeweller is required to pass the formal gemmological qualification and the must prove to their peers their experience. In addition to the qualifications, valuers must also adhere to the requirements of using certain equipment for gem testing and / or grading and they must have a thorough reference library.
There are about 500 NAG Registered Valuers throughout the UK. When a NAG qualified valuer conducts a valuation, it will be done in accordance with the prescribed standards set by the NAG, which are monitored by the NAG. The standards include:
• Cleaning the jewellery
• Descriptive details
• Detailed assessment of diamonds
• Information on hallmarking
• A condition statement
• If appropriate, provenance or research
• Digital images
• Values with appropriate insurance qualification type
