Why Kim Piracci is One of the Best...

• From the moment you begin working with Kim, she will set you at ease.
• Being an independent jewelry appraiser, Kim is completely objective. She does not represent any jeweler.
• Kim will show you how to recognize your own diamond in order to confirm its authenticity.
• Kim is committed to conducting a completely thorough analysis of your jewelry using the most advanced equipment (including a powerful Leica microscope, an electronic metal tester, refractometer, and lights which imitate natural day light).
• Kim goes through an established process of steps for each appraisal including: identifying, color grading, measuring, weighing, and testing your jewelry.
• Kim has a library full of books and catalogs which enable her to make comparisons.
• Kim's honesty will not be compromised.
• Kim fulfills her obligation to you to "fully explain and describe what is meant by the particular value or cost estimate which she has determined" as stated by the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers.
• You will walk away from your consultation feeling good about the information you received about your jewelry.
• Kim will not give you give an inflated appraisal — which will save you money on insurance.
• When Kim performs any appraisal she asks herself, "Could I validate this in court?" Therefore, she takes accurate notes to substantiate her findings.
• Her appraisals contain worthwhile information in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), including: the function and purpose of the appraisal, the statement of value, a detailed description and photograph of the appraised item, and her name and qualifications.
• The fact that an appraiser has been employed to make an appraisal is a confidential matter — and Kim takes that responsibility very seriously.