By JenP October 27, 2012
If it were possible to award negative stars, this would be the place to do it. After trusting them with many repairs, I have been gravely disappointed. I had a problem with a repair and went back to address it. The staff were short with me, and blamed me for the damage to the item. They assured me they would try to fix the item and the other issues would be taken care of the next day. When I went back, I was once again greeted with an unpleasant attitude and I found that they had damaged the item even more. Although they refunded my money for the repair and covered the replacement cost of a new item, their behavior was absolutely unprofessional. They fail to recognize that some items have sentimental value and cannot be replaced. I WOULD NOT TRUST THIS ESTABLISHMENT WITH ANY OF MY VALUABLES. To do so is a gamble, as they would charge you double the price of the initial quote to sabotage an already broken item. ...read more
By S January 05, 2012
Every piece of jewelry I have ever bought from A.M. Lee has been one of a kind. I've never been disappointed with my purchases. The staff is always kind and courteous, and treat their customers with the utmost respect. I won't go anywhere else for my jewelry purchases. While they do carry some of the popular seasonal jewelry items, they specialize in custom pieces. If you're a Kay or Jared jewelry shopper (as in mass produced items) then this jeweler may not be for you. If you prefer more unique pieces that are unlikely to be seen elsewhere, this is probably more your type of jeweler. I highly recommend them for your jewelry needs/wants. And no, I do not work for them, I am just quite finicky with my jewelry purchases, and have always been happy with my selections there. ...read more
By Tabitha martin August 21, 2009
Went shopping Friday morning.I was in a hurry.Bought earrings.Love them.The lady who waited on me was so nice.I will be back to do Christmas shopping.What a nice store.Beautiful! ...read more
When you buy diamond jewelry such as diamond rings, diamond pendants, necklaces, or tennis bracelets, you're not only buying a product, you're investing in an item with tremendous value for now and the future. You can protect your investment by getting a certified diamond appraisal. Here are some benefits of appraisals and how they work.Secure Proper Insurance for Your Diamond JewelrySince diamond jewelry is considered to be a financial investment, it's wise to include it in your property insurance. Your insurance company will likely require a written description of the jewelry item. A diamond appraisal will define the specifics of your jewelry such as the weight in carats, cut size and shape, clarity, and appraised value. A photo of your diamond jewelry is included with your appraisal as well. Many appraisals today allow for three-year updates to update the value of your jewelry according to the current market since jewelry prices can rise and fall with the economy.When applying for insurance, you'll know exactly what the value is and how much coverage to obtain if you have a certified appraisal. If your jewelry is damaged or stolen, you'll be able to replace it according to its actual value.Selling Your Diamond JewelryIn the event that you must sell your diamond jewelry, an appraisal will enable you to get top-dollar for your jewelry. You cannot accurately price your jewelry in this ever-changing market without a certified appraisal. What you paid for the diamond five years ago might be minimal compared to what it's worth now. On the other hand, the value might have gone down as well. You'll never know for sure unless you get an appraisal.What Type of Appraisal?It's best to get a certified appraisal from a Graduate Gemologist, particularly for diamonds, a person who has a Gemologist Institute of America (GIA) degree specializing in diamonds. This guarantees that your appraisal is accurate and will provide multiple benefits when obtaining insurance or reselling the diamond jewelry later.Where to Get AppraisalsYou can locate a nearby gemologist by asking your local jeweler or by checking in the phone book or online. Some jewelry stores have an in-house appraiser who appraises jewelry for the store and its customers. Ask about qualifications before paying an appraiser.Special Appraisal OfferingsWhen searching for diamond jewelry, you'll find that some companies offer a free diamond jewelry appraisal with your purchase. This is a tremendous value-added service that can save you time and money. Once again, be sure the appraisal is performed by someone with a GIA degree.You can usually find these types of offers online. Jewelry stores online offer a great selection and the convenience of shopping from your own home computer. You can shop for many jewelry items such as diamond rings, tennis bracelets, wedding rings, gold chains, circle pendants, diamond pendants, cluster rings, and more while never leaving your home!Use these diamond jewelry appraisal tips to ensure peace of mind and to get the most value and enjoyment from your jewelry. Chris Robertson is an author of Majon International, one of the worlds MOST popularinternet marketingcompanies on the web.Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Chris_RobertsonDiamond Jewelry Insurance ...read more
By Jewelry Insurance by Touchstone October 31, 2008
Jewelry Only Insurance Policies Touchstone jewelry Insurance is ajewelry insurance agencythat markets “jewelry only” insurance policies at the point of sale (or appraisal) of fine jewelry. We are underwritten by A.M. Best A rated companies. We offer several options to the customer which can be customized. The following are two examples of highly regarded A rated jewelry insurance policies we offer designed to provide a great service to your customer.TheGemShield policyis a cost effective comprehensive all risk policy. In the event of loss, theft, or damage, the insured would be referred back to the retail store to have their jewelry article replaced (please contact us to learn more about how the insured and store are compensated when there is a loss). As an alternative we offer aMasterpiece jewelry insurance policythroughChubbwhich would pay the insured a cash settlement up to 150% of the claim. We can offer additional insurance options for your customers specialized needs covering collections and collectibles.In order to participate in our Program we ask that you provide a simple update to the evaluation annually on or near renewal; for that update we pay a fee each year the policy remains in force. We send you an installation kit with everything you need to refer insurance to us. You receive brochures, applications, FAQ cards, and holders. You only need to recommend to your customers that protection is available. Your customers can be insured prior to leaving the store. The updating process is simple and easily accomplished. We can accept an annual update in many ways. We can provide appraisal software that maintains an appraisal database easily updated should you require it. Asjewelry insurance policiesare renewed the revenue stream to your stores will continue to grow each year.We provide several benefits in addition to the fees we pay annually for every jewelry insurance renewal. As their agent, we recommend the insured stop back at your location to receive appraisal updates and jewelry checkups. We will work with your marketing people to assure the message we send to your customers is delivered annually. Any losses that the insured suffers will result in Touchstone jewelry insurance sending the insured back to your company to replace the product*. Touchstones’ Program insurance is a service that helps your customer by putting the risk of loss on a stand alone jewelry insurance policy (thereby saving homeowners policies for claims related to owning a home). Our Program is cost effective; the policy stands alone, and coverage can be immediate. Ourjewelry insurance agencycan provide a relevant connection with your customer for years to come.In addition to the above mentioned features we are introducing a new jewelry insurance service that will insure every customer under a volume insurance program. We offer this program designed to cover all insurable jewelry that the retailer sells. The customer is insured automatically as they make purchases with an all risk policy that will protect their purchase and save money. Your customer receives a certificate that displays the value of the jewelry they purchased. Please contact us for a complete description of this program.We are offering our program forjewelry insuranceall over the United States. Our goal is to provide a great service and value in order build a relationship between your business and your customer that lasts a lifetime. Please join the growing family of fine jewelers and appraisers bringing unique services and protection to the most valuable asset in your industry; your customer!Sincerely,The Management TeamTouchstone Jewelry Insurance Contact Us For More Information ...read more
By Jewelry Insurance by Touchstone September 06, 2008
Touchstone Insurance Touchstone is offering a simple, affordablejewelry-only insurance policy, based on an appraisal provided by the jeweler at the point of sale. Touchstone believes that its program allows consumers to be protected before they leave the store. Touchstone will market two types of policies. The first is GemShield̢۪s full jewelry replacement policies underwritten by XL, an insurer specializing in insuring jewelry and jewelry businesses throughout the United States. A GemShield policy through Touchstone provides protection from loss, theft, damage, mysterious disappearance and provides that the insured item is repaired or replaced with like kind and quality from the consumers preferred jeweler.XL Capital Ltd, through its operating subsidiaries (the "XL Capital Group"), is a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance coverages and financial products to industrial, commercial and professional service firms, insurance companies, and other enterprises on a worldwide basis. The XL Capital Group has achieved a credit rating from A.M. Best of A+. The second type of policy is a cash value jewelry insurance policy offered through Chubb Insurance. The Chubb Corporation, incorporated in the USA, is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Chubb is also ranked a AA company by Standard & Poor's and one of the largest global companies among Fortune 500. Year after year it receives among the highest ratings from A.M. Best, Moody's, and Standard & Poor's, the principal independent agencies that rate insurers' financial strength. Its claims philosophy and operating principles ensure the utmost customer satisfaction. In facilitating the insurance purchase Touchstone utilizes a patent pending process and digital imaging jewelry appraisal technology which enables the jeweler and appraiser to provide an instant, accurate, digital appraisal of the purchased jewelry item. The appraisal can be provided in printed and electronic form to the consumer and distributed electronically to Touchstone jewelry insurance to underwrite the insurance policy. Touchstone Jewelry Insurance ...read more
By Jewelry Insurance by Touchstone September 01, 2008
Selling designer jewelry can be a rewarding and profitable hobby or business, as long as your inventory is adequately supplied with a variety of types and styles of jewelry pieces. Whether you are looking for modern pieces designed by current artists, or vintage pieces from the past, finding des... ...read more
Necklaces are a popular accessory and have been for thousands of years. Making your own necklace can be cheaper than buying one from a store. There are many materials and styles to make a necklace. Some materials are twine, silver and copper. You can also use a massive variety of beads to create a uni... ...read more
