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Pricing: Free

Complimentary Consultancy Meeting

  • A 45-minute non-committal online session designed to assess your specific needs and discuss potential costs. This is a complimentary meeting, offering an opportunity for you to explore how our expertise can assist you without any obligation.

  • Book your meeting

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Pricing: Free

Complimentary Setting Checking Service

  • This free jewellery and watch check-up service is available to all clients, whether you've previously engaged us for a valuation or are new to our services.

    It's part of our commitment to supporting all owners of fine jewellery and valuable watches across London and the UK.

  • Call us to book your visit at +44207242 67 66.

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Pricing: Free

Complimentary Annual Check-Up Service

  • This service provides a quick, professional visual inspection and a date-stamped photograph of your jewellery or watch.

    It's designed to give you recent documentation that can be easily shared with your insurance provider, demonstrating the continued existence and condition of your item for enhanced peace of mind.

  • Call us to book your visit at +44207242 67 66.

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£250 + VAT per hour

Standard Insurance Valuation

  • Our Standard Valuation is ideal for straightforward, common jewellery items requiring a fundamental appraisal for insurance. It focuses on efficient, accurate valuation for your jewellery and watches.

  • £250 + VAT per hour (Minimum charges may apply. A detailed estimate of hours will be provided upon scope confirmation.)

  • Secure digital copy of your valuation report via email.

    High-quality photograph of the item(s) included in the report.

    Complimentary light cleaning and basic visual inspection for obvious issues.

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£425 + VAT per hour

Enhanced Insurance Valuation

  • The Enhanced Valuation service provides a significant step up from our Standard offering, delivering more detailed assessment and valuable additional care for your precious jewellery and watches. This tier offers essential cosmetic improvements and light maintenance to enhance your items' presentation and longevity.

  • £425.00 + VAT per hour (Minimum charges may apply. A detailed estimate of hours will be provided upon scope confirmation.)

  • All Standard services, plus:

    Professional deep cleaning and light polish of your jewellery.

    Detailed inspection of all settings and claws, performing minor tightening of any loose stones.

    Light cosmetic refurbishment for watches (e.g., clean and polish to case and bracelet; excludes movement servicing).

    Complimentary ring resizing by one size up or down (where structurally feasible).

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£925 + VAT per hour

Premium Insurance Valution

  • This is our highest tier, offering the ultimate in jewellery restoration, detailed analysis, and concierge-level service for your most valuable, unique, or complex jewellery and luxury watches. It embodies complete restoration and bespoke craftsmanship, ensuring your cherished pieces are returned in their optimal condition, coupled with an unrivalled client experience.

  • £925.00 + VAT (Minimum charges may apply. A detailed estimate of hours will be provided upon scope confirmation.)

  • All Enhanced services, plus:

    Complimentary replacement of missing melee gemstones (small diamonds or accent stones).

    Comprehensive repair or re-tipping of damaged claws, ensuring full security.

    Professional rhodium plating for white gold items to restore brightness.

    Extensive ring resizing to any necessary degree (where structurally feasible).

    More extensive cosmetic refurbishment for watches, addressing minor scratches (excludes movement servicing).

    Dedicated Account Manager/Valuer as your primary contact.

    Complimentary annual valuation review and market update.

    Expert advice on gemstone and diamond certificates (e.g., GIA, HRD, IGI) and guidance on obtaining new ones.

    Pre-loss documentation kit to help prepare for potential insurance claims.

    Complimentary annual professional inspection and deep cleaning for your valued items.

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£350 + VAT per hour

Expert Witness Services

  • We provide independent expert witness reports for legal cases, including probate and divorce proceedings. Our services are fully compliant with Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and Criminal Procedure Rules (CrPR), offering clear, impartial, and well-supported expert opinions for court submissions.

  • £350 + VAT per hour (Minimum charges may apply. A detailed estimate of hours will be provided upon scope confirmation. Note: Fees for court attendance are charged separately, as outlined in our Letter of Engagement.)

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£3,000 + VAT per day

Court Attendance & Testimony

  • Our expert services extend to physical or online court attendance, providing clear and impartial testimony. This fee structure includes all necessary preparation time, travel to the court location, and attendance for providing evidence.

  • Half Day (up to 4 hours): £1,500.00 + VAT

    Full Day (4+ hours, up to 8 hours): £3,000.00 + VAT

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£350 + VAT per hour

Forensic Investigation & Audit

  • Our Forensic Jewellery Investigation service provides in-depth, scientific examination and analysis of jewellery, diamonds, gemstones, and watches to resolve complex issues, detect fraud, or establish facts.

  • £350 + VAT per hour (Minimum charges may apply. A detailed estimate of hours will be provided upon scope confirmation.)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • An insurance valuation, sometimes referred to as a jewellery appraisal for insurance, is a professional assessment of your jewellery's current market value for replacement purposes.

    You need one to ensure your precious items are adequately protected by your insurance policy. In the event of loss, theft, or damage, an up-to-date insurance valuation report provides your insurer with an accurate, independent figure for replacement, preventing underinsurance and ensuring a fair settlement.

  • We recommend getting your jewellery valued for insurance purposes every 2 to 3 years. The value of precious metals like gold and platinum, as well as diamonds and gemstones, can fluctuate significantly over time due to market trends, currency exchange rates, and changes in supply and demand.

    Regular jewellery re-valuations ensure your insurance policy always reflects the true replacement value of your assets, safeguarding you against being underinsured if you ever need to make a claim.

  • Yes, absolutely.

    Jewellery Advisory Services (JAS) provides expert valuations for luxury watches from leading brands. Our qualified valuers are experienced in assessing both the material value (precious metals, diamonds) and the intricate craftsmanship, brand prestige, and market demand that contribute to a luxury watch's replacement value.

    Whether you own a Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, or another fine timepiece, we offer comprehensive watch valuations for insurance across all our service tiers, ensuring your horological assets are properly protected.

  • At Jewellery Advisory Services (JAS), our team comprises highly qualified and experienced jewellery valuers dedicated to providing accurate and reliable appraisal services. Our experts hold prestigious gemmological and valuation credentials from recognised industry bodies.

    These often include certifications such as Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (FGA), Diamond Grading Diploma (DGA), Gemmological Institute of America (GIA) Graduate Gemmologist, and membership with the Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV).

    These qualifications ensure our valuations are conducted with the highest professional standards and expertise, giving you confidence in our assessment of your fine jewellery and precious stones.

  • The duration of a jewellery valuation by Jewellery Advisory Services (JAS) depends on several factors, including the number of items, their complexity, and the chosen service tier (Standard, Enhanced, or Premium).

    Once your jewellery collection or individual items have been meticulously catalogued and thoroughly examined by our experts – a process which usually happens during your initial appointment or drop-off – you are welcome to take your items with you. Our valuers will then focus on preparing your comprehensive valuation report offline.

    During your initial consultation, we can provide a more precise estimate of the timeframe for your specific needs.

  • For your convenience, you're welcome to bring your jewellery items directly to our office in London for valuation. Please contact us to schedule an appointment that suits you.

    For larger jewellery collections or multiple items, we also offer complimentary on-site valuation visits within London’s M25.

    Our expert valuers can assess your fine jewellery and luxury watches in the comfort of your home or preferred location.

    For visits outside the M25 area or for international valuation engagements, travel costs will apply and will be charged based on location and actual expenses incurred.