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Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring and the Value of Old Mine Cut Diamonds

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Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring and the Value of Old Mine Cut Diamonds

  • September 2, 2025
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
  • in Blog
Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring and the Value of Old Mine Cut DiamondsWhen Taylor Swift announced her engagement, the spotlight immediately turned to her vintage-inspired diamond ring. Jewelry experts noted its cushion-shaped design and antique feel, drawing comparisons to the historic Old Mine

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Where to get jewelry appraised in San Diego – trusted jewelry appraiser at La Jolla Gem Appraisal

How to Find the Best Jewelry Appraiser in San Diego: A Guide to Finding the Right Expert

  • August 31, 2025
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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How to Find the Best Jewelry Appraiser in San Diego: A Guide to Finding the Right ExpertSeptember 01, 2025 Home » Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA® Protecting your jewelry’s value starts with the right appraiser.Looking for the best jewelry appraiser in San Diego? At La Jolla Gem Appraisal,

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Sell Your Diamond Engagement Ring in San Diego

  • August 28, 2025
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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Sell Your Diamond Engagement Ring in San DiegoDeciding to [sell your diamond engagement ring in San Diego] is often more than just a financial choice—it’s a personal one. Whether you’re moving forward after a life change, passing down a family piece, or simply choosing to put your diamond’s

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How to Sell Your Jewelry: Get the Best Value with an Expert on Your Side

  • July 9, 2025
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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How to Sell Your Jewelry: Get the Best Value with an Expert on Your SideJuly 9, 2025 Home » Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA® Trang Pham, Master Gemologist Appraiser and Professional Jewelry Broker Thinking of Selling Your Jewelry? Here’s What You Need to KnowJewelry often holds more than

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Jewelry Appraisal for Insurance: The Hidden Risks of Inflated Valuations

  • May 15, 2025
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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Jewelry Appraisal for Insurance: The Hidden Risks of Inflated ValuationsWhen it comes to insuring your fine jewelry, getting an appraisal is an essential step—but not all appraisals are created equal. Many people assume a higher value means better protection. But an inflated appraisal can

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How to Sell Your Jewelry for the Best Price: Tips from a San Diego Jewelry Appraiser

  • May 15, 2025
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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How to Sell Your Jewelry for the Best Price: Tips from a San Diego Jewelry AppraiserThinking of selling your jewelry? Whether you’ve inherited a piece you won’t wear or are ready to part with something from your collection, getting the most value out of your jewelry sale requires more than just

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What Does a Jewelry Appraiser Actually Do?

  • April 10, 2025
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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What Does a Jewelry Appraiser Actually Do?When most people hear the word appraisal, they think of a dollar value. But a professional jewelry appraiser does much more than name a price. In fact, our job is to protect your interests by providing an expert, well-documented opinion of value based

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Understanding IRS Qualified Appraisals and Qualified Appraisers for Jewelry Valuation

  • February 24, 2025
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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Understanding IRS Qualified Appraisals and Qualified Appraisers for Jewelry Valuation When dealing with tax-related matters such as charitable donations, estate tax filings, and gift tax reporting, an accurate and IRS-compliant jewelry appraisal is essential. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

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Choosing a Diamond for Your Engagement Ring: Natural or Synthetic?

  • November 30, 2024
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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Choosing a Diamond for Your Engagement Ring: Natural or Synthetic? Your engagement ring is more than just a piece of jewelry: it’s a symbol of your love, your story, and the life you’re building together. Choosing the right diamond for this once-in-a-lifetime piece is an exciting (and sometimes

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How to Choose the Right Jewelry Appraiser: A Professional’s Checklist

  • November 22, 2024
  • by Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA®
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How to Choose the Right Jewelry Appraiser: A Professional’s Checklist Accurate jewelry appraisals require both expertise and advanced tools. With the complexities of today’s jewelry market—such as the rise of synthetic diamonds and treated gemstones—choosing the right appraiser is more critical

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