Leaving Jewelry for Repair
Many folks are uncomfortable about leaving their jewelry for repair. Wondering whether or not the stone they leave is the one that they’ll get back. Here’s a few tips to help you and your jeweler feel more confident about it.
Remind yourself what your stone looks like. Ask the jeweler to clean your jewelry and with a loupe, and their assistance, locate a particular identifying mark within the stone. Accurately measure the stone as well. Do this before leaving the jewelry for work.
Have your jewelry appraised by an independent certified appraiser or gem lab. This will document the specifics of your jewelry. Certified stones have had this done prior to your purchase and come with a certification.
Have your stone charted, gem printed and/or laser inscribed. Check with your favorite jeweler about having your stone charted (map of the inclusions), gem printed (photograph of inclusions) or laser inscribed (serial number lasered on girdle).
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