How to Become a Designated Gems & Jewelry Appraiser
Gems & jewelry appraisal encompasses the valuation of all types of gems & jewelry. A gems & jewelry appraiser is a professional who develops and reports an opinion of value on assets such as diamonds, gemstones, chains, coins, jewelry, watches and more. Gems & jewelry appraisals are done for many reasons, including estate tax/liquidations; insurance purposes; loan underwriting; expert witness testimony; auction services; and others.
What is a Designated Gems & Jewelry Appraiser?
In many countries the Government does not license gems & jewelry appraisers. Therefore, when consumers are choosing a gems & jewelry appraiser, it is crucial for them to pay close attention to the qualifications of that individual and make certain that the appraiser’s education and standards of practice are sufficient to produce appraisals that are independent, consistent, and objective, as well as an appraisal report that is reliable and credible. Consumers should also consider hiring a gems & jewelry appraiser who is affiliated with an established valuation professional organization like ASA.
What are the Steps to Becoming a Designated Gems & Jewelry Appraiser?
When an appraiser joins ASA, they come in as an Applicant. When Applicants have passed the online ethics examination and a 15-hour USPAP course and exam, they become Candidates. Applicants and Candidates qualify for member discounts on courses, publications and conferences, and many other benefits. Tuition grants are available to eligible participants.
Once Candidates have fulfilled the personal property education and testing requirements, they may apply for a designation. Accreditation from the ASA Gems & Jewelry Discipline, includes the AM (Accredited Member) designation, the ASA (Accredited Senior Appraiser) designation and the Master Gemologist Appraiser® designation. Strict adherence to the ASA Code of Ethics is observed and enforced by members at all times.
To Qualify for Accredited Member (AM) or Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) Status
Accredited Members are required to have two (2) years of full-time appraisal experience and Accredited Senior Appraisers are required to have five (5) years of full-time appraisal experience in gems & jewelry appraising.
Ready to take the next steps to becoming a designated = gems & jewelry appraiser?
- View the Gems and Jewelry Guide to Professional Designations.
- View ASA’s membership and accreditation overview for more details on becoming a designated gems & jewelry appraiser.
- Contact ASA at (800) 272-8258 or asainfo@appraisers.org.
ASA is the oldest and only major appraisal organization designating members in all appraisal specialties and offers its members unparalleled education, renowned appraisal events, diverse networking channels, and increased referral opportunities. Enhance your career and gain credibility by becoming a designated gems & jewelry appraiser with ASA.
Start your path today, visit us online at www.appraisers.org/join.
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