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Inherited Jewellery? We Come to You — With No Charge to Sort Through Estate Pieces

  

When a loved one passes away, sorting through their jewellery can be an emotional and sometimes overwhelming task. An estate may contain anything from valuable diamond rings and gold jewellery to costume pieces, damaged items and jewellery with little or no value.

Knowing what is worth valuing — and what isn't — can be difficult, particularly when you are unfamiliar with jewellery.


Mitchell’s Jewellery Valuations offers a convenient home visiting service, making the process easier by coming directly to you.

We Come to Your Home


There is no need to pack up an entire jewellery collection and travel to a valuation office. I can visit you in your home and work through the jewellery with you.

This can be particularly helpful when dealing with a large estate or a collection that has accumulated over many years.


No Charge to Sort Through Estate Jewellery


One of the benefits of my estate valuation service is that there is no charge to sort through the jewellery and identify items that may require a professional valuation.

I will examine the collection and help separate genuine jewellery from costume jewellery, damaged pieces or items that do not require a formal valuation.

This means you don't have to pay to have every piece assessed and documented when it may not be necessary.


Only Genuine Items Are Valued


Once the jewellery has been sorted, I identify the genuine pieces that may warrant a formal valuation.


The fee is $95 per item for a professional jewellery valuation and certificate.


There is no charge for sorting through the collection. You only pay for the individual genuine items that you choose to have formally valued.

For families dealing with a large estate, this can make the process much more straightforward and cost-effective.


Why Have Estate Jewellery Valued?


A professional jewellery valuation can be important when jewellery forms part of an estate.

Valuations can assist with:

  • Estate and probate matters
  • Family distribution and inheritance
  • Establishing the value of individual items
  • Insurance purposes
  • Replacement purposes
  • Providing documentation for solicitors and executors


Each professionally valued item can be documented with a detailed valuation certificate, providing a permanent record of the jewellery and its assessed value.


A Simple and Personal Service


Dealing with a deceased estate can be difficult enough without having to organise and transport large quantities of jewellery.

My home visiting service provides a convenient and personal alternative. I can sit down with you, work through the collection, identify the pieces worth further consideration and explain which items may benefit from a professional valuation.


There is no charge to sort through the estate jewellery, and valuations are $95 per genuine item.


The aim is to make the process straightforward, transparent and cost-effective, while ensuring that valuable jewellery is properly identified and documented.

If you have inherited jewellery or are responsible for sorting a deceased estate, don't assume that everything needs to be valued — and don't assume that nothing is valuable.


Let me come to you, sort through the collection and identify the pieces that genuinely warrant a professional valuation.

Mitchell’s Jewellery Valuations


Home visits available across Sydney and surrounding areas.


Professional jewellery valuations for estates, probate, insurance and private clients.


No charge to sort through estate jewellery. $95 per genuine item requiring a professional valuation and certificate.








How Often Should You Get Your Jewellery Valued?

How Often Should You Get Your Jewellery Valued?

How Often Should You Get Your Jewellery Valued?

How Often Should You Get Your Jewellery Valued?

  

Many people have their jewellery valued when they first purchase it and never think about it again. However, the value of jewellery changes over time, and an outdated valuation could leave you significantly underinsured if your jewellery is lost, stolen or damaged.

So, how often should you have your jewellery professionally valued?

Every 2–3 Years

How Often Should You Get Your Jewellery Valued?

How Often Should You Get Your Jewellery Valued?

  

As a general guide, most jewellers and insurance companies recommend updating your jewellery valuation every two to three years.

The price of precious metals such as gold and platinum, along with diamonds and coloured gemstones, can fluctuate considerably over time. A ring valued several years ago may now cost much more to replace.

An up-

  

As a general guide, most jewellers and insurance companies recommend updating your jewellery valuation every two to three years.

The price of precious metals such as gold and platinum, along with diamonds and coloured gemstones, can fluctuate considerably over time. A ring valued several years ago may now cost much more to replace.

An up-to-date valuation ensures your insurance reflects the true replacement value of your jewellery.

You Should Also Update Your Valuation If:

How Often Should You Get Your Jewellery Valued?

You Should Also Update Your Valuation If:

  

  • You have recently purchased new jewellery.
  • Your jewellery has been remodelled or repaired.
  • You have inherited jewellery.
  • You are preparing an estate or probate.
  • You are separating or settling family assets.
  • Your insurer has requested a current valuation.
  • Your previous valuation is more than three years old.

Why an Updated Valuation Matters

A professional valuation provides:

A professional valuation provides:

  

Many people assume their insurance policy will automatically cover the replacement cost of their jewellery. Unfortunately, this isn't always the case.

If your valuation is outdated, you may receive less than it would actually cost to replace the item today.

A professional valuation provides:

A professional valuation provides:

A professional valuation provides:

  An accurate replacement value.

  • Detailed descriptions of gemstones and precious metals.
  • Professional photographs.
  • A permanent record of your jewellery.
  • Peace of mind that your jewellery is properly insured.


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