Fantastic experience. E-mailed them and got an appointment for next day to have them look at some old jewelry I found when cleaning my mom's apartment. They took their time, showed me exactly how they determine exactly what I have and how they determine value. They apparently have moved their main office from NY since then, but they still do NY appointments when they are in town according to their website. read more

I wanted to get a few pieces of jewelry (handed down to me from various grandmothers, aunts, etc.) looked at, to determine how much they might be worth, and to see whether it would make financial sense to get a formal, documented appraisal for insurance purposes. David and Lynn were both wonderful. Great communication in setting up the appointment, and then once I was there, David was very dedicated, even taking the time to explain to me what a gemologist is typically looking at and for, when appraising jewelry. He pointed out to me the particular clasps used on the pearl necklaces I'd brought in, and then pointed out to me the various tonalities in the individual pearls, what makes some pearls more valuable than others etc. He was very patient and straightforward. I felt like I was in very good hands with David, and that I'd not get 'scammed' or told anything simply because I might want to hear it. In the end, David told me that there was nothing I had that was of any particularly outstanding value. I'd definitely go back to him for any future appraisals, and would recommend their services to anyone and everyone I know. read more

Best ever appraisal experience! The highly skilled Mr. David Wolf effectively tested, measured, and inspected several dozen gemstones and estate jewelry pieces for me, all while explaining details and documenting facts. Well worth the drive from Prescott! read more

Have an expensive piece of jewelry that you need to know is 100% legit? Want to know exactly how accurate that certificate is? Take it here. I came to David with the most expensive jewelry (OK, the only jewelry) I've ever bought -- my fiancé's engagement ring. David examined it extremely closely right in front of me. For an hour. And every second of that hour was dedicated to finding any and all discrepancies between the stone and my GIA certificate. Even though the certificate held up, I trust David's appraisal more than that piece of paper. I'll go to David for all future appraisals. You should, too. read more

David and his family are the best! Very knowledgeable, personable, and patient. I found David because I was looking for someone to give me an expert opinion on a diamond I was purchasing online. That's surprisingly difficult to find - jewelry stores are biased, and it's hard to find someone you can trust. I found David and couldn't be happier. He conducted a thorough review and appraisal of my stone, and gave me his honest thoughts that ultimately lead to me returning the stone. When I found another one, I came back to him once more and got his seal of approval. The second stone was so much nicer than the first. My fiancée and I couldn't be happier. I can't recommend Just Appraisers enough! read more

My mother and I went to New York on vacation. She has an antique ring and this trip was the perfect opportunity to appraise it. After a long Google search I chose Master Gemologist Appraiser®, Mr. David Wolf, based on his impressive resume, his excellent online reviews and his unbiased evaluations (Just Appraisers doesn't sell or buy any piece of jewelry). The experience was remarkable and exceeded all my expectations. Mr. Wolf was very kind, approachable and explanatory. He not only examined the ring, but cleaned it. His appraisal was exhaustive and he gave us a cost estimation in case we want to sell it. I strongly recommend Just Appraisers. You will find the highest standards of professionalism and ethic. Undoubtedly! In his office, many of the most valuable diamonds, jewels and watches are examined, but I realized the true gem here, is Mr. David Wolf. ******* Mi madre y yo fuimos de vacaciones a Nueva York. Ella tiene un antiguo anillo y este viaje era la oportunidad perfecta de evaluarlo y tasarlo. Tras una larga búsqueda en Google, elegí al Master Gemologist Appraiser® Sr. David Wolf, basada en su impresionante currículo, sus excelentes reseñas en la web y sus evaluaciones imparciales (Just Appraisers no vende ni compra ninguna pieza de joyería). La experiencia fue extraordinaria y excedió con creces mis expectativas. El Sr. Wolf fue muy amable, cercano y explicativo. No solo examinó el anillo, sino que lo limpió. Su evaluación fue exhaustiva y nos dio un costo estimativo en caso de querer venderlo. Recomiendo encarecidamente a Just Appraisers. Sin lugar a dudas encontrarán los más altos estándares de profesionalidad y ética. En su oficina, muchos de los más valiosos diamantes, relojes y joyas son examinados, pero me di cuenta que la verdadera gema, es Mr. David Wolf read more

David is a total pro and has an outstanding CV. He did insurance appraisals on two vintage timepieces for me and provided a thorough, authoritative report, well-sourced with citations to governing professional sources. He also looked at two other watches I own, and assured me that the appraisals I had gotten several years ago on them from another appraiser were still reasonable and I did not need them updated. He is very knowledgable and meticulous in his procedures, and clearly ethical in his business practice. I am very satisfied with his work and I highly recommend him. read more

I used Just Appraisers to get an appraisal of a vintage/antique engagement ring for insurance purposes. I had an excellent experience - David was very thorough with his cleaning and examination, and answered all my questions as he worked. At the end of the appointment we were looking online to try to find pricing of comparable rings, and it took a looong time (drawback of having an old ring - not many comps online!). But David very kindly only charged me for the main portion of the appraisal, and didn't bill for the searching time online - a thoughtful and generous gesture that I and my wallet both really appreciated. He also pointed me to a jeweler in the building to re-set the old diamond, and offered to walk me down and make the introduction (which I plan on doing in the coming weeks). All in all, a very detailed, informative, ethical, and friendly experience. The online portal they have set up for receiving the appraisal PDF is well organized and easy to access, and Mike quickly sent me another version of my appraisal when I realized I'd initially given them my nickname, not legal name. The one thing I wasn't crazy about is that I waited for about 20 minutes after my appointment time before I got in there. I think they had a really vocal/chatty customer in there before me (I had to knock to interrupt twice before I was seen). I certainly didn't envy them trying to get this guy to wind down and get out the door! Not worth taking a star off because it was a small hiccup in an otherwise excellent experience. As long as you go in knowing the appointment windows may be somewhat fluid depending on who's before you, you'll be good to go! read more

David Wolf of Just Appraisers gave me all the information I needed. He was extremely knowledgable, explained everything methodically and thoroughly about the jewelry that I brought. He looked very carefully at all the pieces and provided an excellent report. I could have not been more satisfied with his services and would highly recommend David for any of your jewelry needs. I learned so much from him and felt so welcome at his office. The customer service at Just Appraisers was excellent, Lynn Wolf (David's wife) e-mailed me back right away when I sent my initial inquiry. David will tell you everything you need to know about your jewelry. read more

I was completely blown away by my experience with Just Appraisers! I would give them 100 stars if I could! I had some pieces I needed to sell as soon as possible, but I didn't know anything about jewelry appraisal and selling. However, I decided Just Appraisers was the best place to start, and I couldn't have made a better choice. David and his wife Lynn were incredibly welcoming, polite, and professional, which made me immediately feel comfortable. I was very impressed by his set-up, which allows you to see the critical elements that contribute to the appraisal process. He was specific and honest about his evaluation of my pieces, and he definitely has certificates and experience to vouch for his insight. I was very reassured that David only wants to provide the most up-to-date and accurate information to his customers, which is always appreciated in New York City. Most of all, David was kind enough to walk me down the street to a vendor for additional assistance, since this was my first "appraisal and sell" experience ever. I was completely blown away at the exceptional customer service - OUTSTANDING! Overall, I will never go anywhere else for appraisals ever - Just Appraisers will be my Go-To resource from now on. I promise you will be absolutely over the moon about your experience with them!! Thank you David and Lynn! I appreciated your generosity and insight more than you'll ever know! -Leslie :) read more

Buying an engagement ring is fraught with pitfalls and rip offs. Before I made this purchase...my jewelry buying experience was the purchase of my highschool class ring. Of course I had to make it more difficult on myself... First, I bought the stone from one of those guys on 47th Street. Luckily, he sold me quality merchandise. How do I know? David did an extensive diamond appraisal. He reviewed the cut, color, clarify, and inclusions. The whole nine yards... Next I got the stone set downtown at Little King. It turns out Little King (and the people who cast their rings) had some issues casting this ring. How do I know? David made close inspection of every nook and cranny. Little King took care of all the issues. How do I know? David certified that the ring is rock solid. The report you get out of David is legit. He's got some very cool high-tech gear that lets him scan the stone and take pictures of the ring. The images came in handy; the wife-to-be sent pictures to her out-of-town parents. Final word...if you need an engagement ring appraisal. Go see David and Lynn at Just Appraisers. read more

David is so helpful and precise. He really goes out of his way to explain the piece you want appraised - age, composition, history, workmanship. He's very knowledgeable which was impressive - I definitely recommend this company to everyone who wants to appraise their jewelry. Thank you!! read more

David and his team were fantastic to work with. I had a pair of earrings appraised and they walked me through the process and explained the details behind their calculations - very helpful for a layman like me. The process was great...it took longer than originally quoted, but they stood by their original pricing and did a fantastic and thorough job. Looking forward to dealing with Just Appraisers again. read more

David was a pleasure to work with. An expert in his field, he makes you feel at ease with his industry knowledge and professional demeanor. He even suggested Jeweler's Mutual, which was a great choice. Thanks David. I will return. read more

David was incredibly knowledgeable and patient. I found him to be very trustworthy and fair with his pricing. His passion for his work is infectious. He took as much time as he needed for the appraisal and sent a detailed report afterward. I called him a couple of weeks later with a question and he responded immediately. I would highly recommend him! read more

I called and got an appointment within the hour. I had a diamond ring appraised. They were very accommodating. David was very thorough and explained the whole appraisal process from start to finish. I learned a lot and didn't feel rushed. He is very direct about the appraisal which i appreciated. He even gave me the option to save a report if I needed it later for insurance purposes. read more

David and Lynn were great to work with, and really took the time to explain any questions I had throughout the process. David is very personable and friendly, and although the process did take a bit longer than I expected, he made sure to get me the most accurate appraisals for my wife's and my watches. Will definitely be visiting David again for my jewelry appraisal needs! read more

Just Appraisers is the very best tool for anyone who has or plans to purchase diamonds. David Wolfe's decades and depth of experience are immediately evident as he begins the appraisal. His knowledge is exhaustive and he explains everything not only thoroughly, but also in a way that non-experts understand! Everything is done right in front of you, which inspires additional confidence. The appraisal is thorough and you're not rushed. Moreover, Mr. Wolfe is extremely ethical. He doesn't ask you for the source or cost of your item, or a prior appraisal, so there's not even the remotest possibility that the appraisal will be influenced by previously existing information or biased toward a vendor or company he knows. To top it all off, this family-run company is friendly and courteous and makes you feel welcome and respected the moment you walk in the door. Run, don't walk, to Just Appraisers if you need diamonds or other gemstones appraised. I'm sure glad I did! read more

Trust is essential when you want your jewelry appraised . David is knowledgeable , competent and thorough . My Time and money were well spent ! read more

David and his son were wonderful. David was extremely knowledgeable and helped me get appraisal paperwork for a Tiffany's engagement ring. He was also very enthusiastic to teach me about diamonds. I will definitely return if his services are needed. read more

I went to Just Appraisers yesterday, wanting to get a pair of diamond earrings appraised. No one was in the front so I rang the bell. A lady came out and I explained to her that I want to get an appraiser for the diamond earrings. She quoted me $200 for an verbal appraisal (no certificate) and didn't even bother to look at the diamonds. I don't know how much it usually costs at this place but $200 sounds way too expensive. I ended getting my diamonds appraised at a place down the block and paid 1/3 of their quoted price. read more

The appraisal itself was great, but the price was out of this world. I was charged $375 for a job that I had previously paid only $80. Maybe that's normal for NYC, but a little searching on the internet suggests that I paid too much and I wish I had done more research before heading down there. Having said that, the appraisal was fantastic: they do everything in sight and walk you through the process. The report is very detailed compared to many appraisals we've had and the staff are pleasant. They also don't inflate the value of your piece, which I like, but I don't know if that's true for everyone. read more

I'd give ten stars to this family-run business if I could! I will come back whenever I need an appraisal, or advice in purchasing other jewelry, and I would unhesitatingly recommend David to anyone. I was a little wary giving my engagement ring to anyone, but upon walking into the office and seeing David, something about him made me instantly know that I could trust him. I went to David for help in disputing an engagement ring purchase --- David thoroughly examined my diamond - using various equipment to test all aspects of the diamond, and explained everything to me along the way. Not only did David produce a helpful letter for me to dispute my purchase, but he also gave me very valuable advice that I can use when purchasing my next diamond, and offered to help in the future so that I don't experience any other problems. I am so happy that I came to David and I will definitely be back! read more

As a girl who has no jewelry at all I quickly realized I was in over my head when it came to valuing multiple pieces sent to me by a relative. I needed an objective liquidation value, he walked me through the process, helped me sort the jewelry and gave me real world values when I asked for them. Smart & personable his knowledge was vast and his demeanor warm & friendly. It quickly went from a very intimidating process to something simple and easily understandable. When we buy our engagement ring we'll go back to David for his services to make sure we're not overpaying and get the best bang for our buck. We'll also use him for the insurance appraisal as our he's a recommended appraiser by our insurer, Chubb,. I don't write many over the top positive reviews but I feel like I was lucky to find him. read more

I had a fantastic experience with Just Appraisers, and intend to go back in the future. I brought several pieces of jewelry to be appraised by David, who is incredibly thorough and informed about jewelry and watches. It is a small, family-owned business. Very professional. These are nice people who seem to genuinely enjoy what they do. You get a sense of honesty in not only the appraisal, but also any referrals or recommendations that are given to you. If you have any questions about who to go to, to buy or sell jewelry to, what the market is like on something, or how to have something made, definitely ask David! He's a great resource! read more

I needed to get some jewelry appraised and found them on Yelp. I had a delightful time with David, his wife and son. They made me feel at home, discussed my items thoroughly. I've gotten appraisals before but never one with a table of contents. Very pleased and impressed. I'd suggest anyone who needs expertise to visit Just Appraisers. read more

They were fantastic and very patient. When i had to schedule something on short notice I was able to message them through Yelp and they were extremely responsive. When I need something appraised in the future I will go back here. =) read more

Wonderful, personable, and trustworthy. I came in looking to get a ring appraised. Since I just wanted to know the value and didn't need a certificate for insurance purposes, they charged me less. They also cleaned my ring for free! Sparkle sparkle! read more

I mailed a diamond for appraisal and sale for an ebay buyer. The diamond arrived safely, David appraised it for his client and the client ended up buying the diamond from me. I checked David's professional references and they came back with glowing reviews. The whole transaction felt very comfortable and professional. David and Lynn made me feel at ease. read more

I went in with a pin of my grandmother's to determine whether the stones in it were real or not. David quickly determined that they were real, and because I was only looking for verbal confirmation, he didn't charge me! He answered all of my questions clearly and thoroughly and was incredibly kind and polite. If I ever have any jewelry appraisal needs again, I will be sure to go to him. read more

I hadn't had my diamond ring appraised in 10 years so went to Just Appraisers for an updated appraisal. David Wolf did the appraisal and I was totally impressed with how thorough he was in examining the stone and getting comps for it while explaining every step of the process to me. The cost (explained to me before my appointment) was $250/hour and was absolutely worth it. I understand now why Chubb insurance has him on their approved appraiser list. I would definitely recommend Just Appraisers and David Wolf . Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees. read more

I let my jewelry insurance lapse for our engagement and wedding rings. Then I lost my original appraisals in a move. So, I need to get our rings appraised for insurance purpose. I went to David's office near Rockafeller Center and rung the bell. David is very nice and personable. His wife, Lynn, helps him in the office. He charges a flat hourly rate and our four rings took about 1.5 hours. It's a family business and I feel like they put the customer first. I overheard Lyn and David talking to other customers on the phone and they seemed very helpful and took the time to explain to people how appraisals generally work. So, this would also be a good option if you are new to the world of jewelry or just got some jewelry and are not sure what to expect. As a result, I would definitely recommend this business, especially if you need to get your rings insured, which you should do! You can call and make an appointment. read more

In a business not known for making people comfortable, David is a true pro. My family is in the earliest stages of having an estate appraised, and David was calm, informative, honest and fair. We plan to go back to him for the remainder of the collection. read more

Six stars if I could. Stop looking around, he is your guy. Bought a stone on the internet and needed it appraised. David spent an inordinate amount of time with me, talking me through every conceivable aspect of the stone, putting it through his expensive and sophisticated equipment, and using his skilled eye. He even had me sit at the microscope to inspect it. Linda and Mike went out of their way to make things smooth. I commented to them that their reputation online (pricescope, yelp, elsewhere) was just sterling, and they said it's personal for them. If they don't think they've helped you, they won't charge you. Anyways, don't cut corners on your expensive jewelry (not like David is expensive) and just head over to their office on fifth ave. read more

What a rip off! Went here to get my engagement ring appraised. They wanted to charge me 375!!!!! Luckily I called my jeweler who told me that most places will do it for 50-80 dollars- yes, this includes a report for getting it insured. These guys may be good at appraising items that don't already have a gem report but if you're just a newly engaged girl like me and looking to get your ring insured and need it appraised for that GO ELSEWHERE!!!!! read more

David, Lynn and Michael are the best! Had my new eternity wedding band appraised with Steve and he was professional and thorough. He found an error with the appraisal given to me by the jeweler! Highly recommend them!!! read more

David was so amazing! I called Just Appraisers to get a ring that was donated to my non-profit organization appraised. He took me right away, spent the time with him, and was incredibly professional and helpful. I cannot recommend this place enough! Thanks David! read more

David was great. Very diligent and detail oriented. Explains everything he is doing and is straightforward and honest. My original appraisal was from the jeweler I bought it from and it obviously came in much higher than what I paid. For insurance purposes, you don't want to insure it for that much more than what you paid. David's appraisal was backed up with public market data which he shares with you as he does the appraisal. read more

If you are looking for a jewelry appraisal, you need look no further. Soon after you walk into this family-owned business, you are warmly greeted as if you are one of the clan. Thereafter, comes a professional and thorough appraisal with no stone (or gem) unturned. The final form of the appraisal is sent via email, and it easy to view and then forward to a third-party. Thank you to David, Lynn and Mike for a lovely experience! read more

I had an excellent experience at Just Appraisers. Lynn and David were both very helpful. David explained everything to me as he worked on the appraisal. Reliable and trustworthy business. I highly recommend them. read more