Jewellery Appraisals for Vancouver
Written replacement-value appraisals for insurance, estates, and probate, prepared on-site by a CJA-member jeweller — a short trip from Vancouver to our Coquitlam workshop.
Vanhess Jewellery prepares written jewellery appraisals for Vancouver clients at our Coquitlam workshop — a short Millennium Line ride or 35–45 minute drive from downtown. Replacement-value reports for insurance, estate and probate work, and resale, completed in person by a Canadian Jewellers Association member who examines, tests, and grades each piece so your insurer or executor gets a credible, defensible valuation.
When you need an appraisal
- Insurance — most insurers require a current written appraisal to schedule a ring or fine-jewellery item. Jewelers Mutual recommends updating appraisals roughly every two years as metal and stone prices move.
- Estate & probate — fair-market valuations for settling an estate or dividing jewellery.
- After a custom piece or major repair — a fresh replacement-value figure.
- Resale or private sale — an independent assessment of realistic worth.
What an appraisal includes
Each written report documents the metal and purity, total carat weight, and a description and grade of the principal stones — diamonds assessed against the GIA 4Cs standard — with measurements, condition, photographs, and a stated replacement value and valuation date. If a diamond carries a GIA report we reference it, and you can verify it yourself through GIA Report Check.
Pricing, timing & getting here
Appraisal fees are charged per item, not as a percentage of value (which would be a conflict of interest), and confirmed before we begin. Many single-item appraisals are completed during your visit or within a few business days. We’re a two-minute walk from Coquitlam Central SkyTrain, with free parking — an easy trip from Vancouver for a report your insurer will accept.
Appraisal questions
How often should I update my appraisal?
Jewelers Mutual suggests every two years or so, since gold, platinum, and diamond prices change. Your insurer may set its own requirement.
Do I need an appraisal to insure my engagement ring?
Usually yes — most insurers require a current written appraisal to add a specific item to your policy. That’s exactly the replacement-value report we provide.
Can you appraise jewellery I didn’t buy from you?
Yes — from any source, including inherited and estate pieces. Bring any existing GIA reports or receipts and we’ll factor them in.
Bring it to our Coquitlam bench
Walk in for a free assessment during mall hours, or call ahead. Everything is done on-site — your piece never leaves the shop overnight.
Vanhess Jewellery — Coquitlam Centre
Store hours
- Sunday11:00 – 6:00
- Monday10:00 – 7:00
- Tuesday10:00 – 7:00
- Wednesday10:00 – 7:00
- Thursday10:00 – 9:00
- Friday10:00 – 9:00
- Saturday10:00 – 7:00
Get a free assessment
Walk into our Coquitlam Centre store, or call us first — we’ll quote firm pricing before any work starts.
Contact us Call (604) 653-6449