Gems & Jewelry Appraisers in Texas, Austin and Houston Region

The value of diamonds and colored gemstones is based primarily on beauty, durability and rarity.  Because subtle differences in their quality so often lead to dramatic differences in value, it requires both education in gemology and ongoing knowledge of current markets to appraise them accurately. The materials, techniques and designs of the jewelry arts are matters for lifetime study.

Although small in number, ASA is the acknowledged leader in gems and jewelry appraising—the appraisers Federal agencies turn to most often to perform the most sensitive assignments.

Our credential holders (Accredited Member, Accredited Senior Appraiser and Master Gemologist Appraiser®) are among those that consumers trust the most for all their varied needs, from insurance coverage appraisals to estate valuation and liquidation matters.

To learn more about the historical milestones of ASAʼs Gems and Jewelry Discipline and the individuals who helped shape it, view A Short History of Gems and Jewelry Appraising in the American Society of Appraisers.

NOTE: The designation ASA following the appraiser's name stands for Accredited Senior Appraiser and AM for Accredited Member. A Candidate member is one who is currently in pursuit of fulfilling the education and experience requirements to become a designated ASA member.

Christine York, GG, ASA, is the Gems & Jewelry Discipline Chair for the Houston Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers.  If you have personal property valuation specific questions you may contact her at [email protected]