Professional Jewelry & Gemstone Appraiser
Serving the Greater Los Angeles area, Inland Empire & Desert Communities

Theresa (Teri) Newman Brossmer is an independent jewelry appraiser and GIA Graduate Gemologist.

You may reach Teri at 626-335-6002 or use our email contact form. (Map)

Over 30 years of experience in the jewelry industry
Certified as a Master Gemologist Appraiser®
AGA Certified Gemological Laboratory #36
Graduate Gemologist (GG) - Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
Accredited Senior Member (ASA) of the American Society of Appraisers
Senior Member of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA)
Certificate in Appraisal Studies - University of California Irvine
Qualified Appraiser under IRS Guidelines for Qualified Appraisals

Gemological Appraisal Services for...

Private Individuals
Litigation Support
Government/Law Enforcement Agencies

Insurance Companies
Jewelry Industry Professionals

Why Appraise Your Jewelry, Diamonds, Gemstones & Watches?

One of the first questions an appraiser may ask you is, "Why do you need this appraisal"? This may seem like a nosey question to people who are unfamiliar with appraisal practice, but it is in fact an indication that you may be speaking with a trained professional appraiser.

Each jewelry appraisal must identify the specific intended use.

There are many reasons for having your jewelry appraised and the value of your personal property is different in each of a variety of situations. Some appraisals have definitions of value dictated by law. With others the appraiser chooses the appropriate type of value and appraisal method for the situation. However, assessing the value of your jewelry is only one of the appraiser's jobs.

The appraiser has three functions, and all of them are important to you.

Identifier. Your jewelry must be identified as to the materials, workmanship, condition and any other elements affecting its value. It is then evaluated, i.e., ranked in quality in relation to all other similar property.
Valuer. A value must be assigned to the jewelry that is appropriate to the intended use of the appraisal.
Witness to the property. The appraiser can attest in a court of law that the jewelry existed at a certain point in time, that it was in a certain condition, and that it was valued according to accepted valuation practice. (This is why it is necessary for your appraiser to examine your jewelry when you have the appraisal updated.)

Some of the most common reasons for obtaining a jewelry appraisal are...

Purchase/Sale Related Reasons
- Quality Confirmation (Does my diamond match the certificate it came with?)
- Purchase Price Evaluation (Did I pay a fair price?)
- Sale Price Evaluation (How much can I get for this jewelry?)
- To confirm certification and valuation from internet and cruise ship purchases (Did I get what I paid for?)

Insurance Related Reasons
- Insurance Scheduling
- Insurance Claims (Post Loss Appraisal)
- Damage Report (Evaluation for level of damage, repair, or replacement)

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Estate Related Reasons
- Estate Planning/Trust Formation
- Federal estate tax (estates in excess of $1 million)
- State probate for estates with a will
- Distribution of Property between Heirs

Liquidation Related Reasons
- Resale of property
- Orderly liquidation
- Forced liquidation
Divorce/Dissolution of Marriage

Division of property

Litigation Support

Expert Witness services
Consultations

Non-Cash Charitable Donation (IRS Deduction)

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Professional Jewelry Appraisal Services for...

Litigation Support

Insurance Professionals

Fully detailed descriptions with fully researched replacement value in the correct market.

Color Digital photography
Option to e-mail PDF reports
Post Loss Appraisal
Damage Reports (Evaluation for Repair & Replacement)
Archival Reports
Secure Facility

Fee Schedule Qualifications Contact Information & Map

Government / Law Enforcement Agencies

Local, County, State, and Federal Experience with seized property

On-site examinations (portable laboratory)
Consulting available (consulting at time of seizure)
Reports include valuations for litigation support, liquidation information, and color digital photos.

Call for Fees Qualifications Contact Information & Map

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