LOIS BOUCHARD
G.I.A. Graduate Gemologist
Master Valuer Appraiser
Member, National Association of Jewelry Appraisers

An independent appraiser of gems and jewelry, Lois Bouchard, GIA Graduate Gemologist and graduate of the Master Valuer Program for Gems and Jewelry Appraising, is an independent gemologist/appraiser who works for ‘you’ the customer in determining the correct value of your gems and jewelry.

Lois offers twenty years experience in the business and jewelry industries. Her office is located in Cary, NC and her state of the art portable gem lab can transport to any location in order to test stones, metals, measure and document detailed specifications along with colored digital pictures completing a professional and comprehensive appraisal. She is a member of The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, a professional organization committed to fostering excellence and ethics in the industry.

Beware of paying high prices to have your appraisal written by someone who is not a certified gemologist. Most insurance companies, attorneys and banks require that appraisals be written by a certified gemologist. Always ask to see proof of their GIA certificate stating that they are either a Gemologist or Graduate Gemologist. Don’t be fooled by false titles or the misuse of the letters GIA as part of a title. A certified gemologist is trained to grade and identify diamonds, colored stones and synthetics. Therefore, if the person is not certified, your appraisals may be incomplete and contain incorrect values. Appraisals should be written with detailed measurements and weights along with accurate descriptions and statements describing colored stones, diamonds and metals as well as the equipment and tests used to identify them. 

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