Transparent pricing.
No surprises.

Straightforward private pricing for verbal appraisal, written appraisal, diamond testing, authentication, documentation, and advisory services.

Summer Promo: Verbal appraisal waived through August 31, 2026 for all ZIP codes entered during booking. Standard fee $50.

Verbal Appraisal — An informal market value discussion. Does not replace a written appraisal, insurance appraisal, legal valuation, or formal documentation.

Diamond Testing — Preliminary screening only. Does not constitute a formal grading report, insurance appraisal, or laboratory certification.

Consultations & Appraisals

Verbal AppraisalSummer Promo

Informal rough market value discussion for jewelry, gemstones, watches, gold, and private collections.

Waived through August 31, 2026Usually $50
Written Appraisal

Formal written documentation for insurance, resale, estate planning, or personal records.

$100 per item

Diamond Testing & Authentication

Diamond TestingPromo

Preliminary screening for natural vs. lab-grown indicators. Does not replace a grading report or written appraisal.

Waived through June 30, 2026Usually $50/item — complimentary for qualifying appointments
Diamond Testing (standard)

Natural vs. lab-grown screening and treatment identification.

$50 per item
Diamond Authentication & Verification

Natural vs. lab-grown review, treatment screening, authenticity review, and preliminary quality assessment.

From $175
Gemstone Identification

Identification and review of emeralds, rubies, sapphires, colored stones, and specialty gems.

From $175
Advanced Laboratory Coordination

Third-party laboratory coordination for GIA reports, advanced testing, origin analysis, specialty verification, and laboratory submissions.

Custom quote

Repair, Restoration & Design

Jewelry Cleaning & Inspection

Professional cleaning and condition review.

From $65
Ring Sizing
From $125
Prong Tightening & Stone Security
From $95
Chain & Clasp Repair
From $95
Polishing & Refinishing
From $125
Jewelry Restoration

Restoration for heirloom jewelry, estate pieces, vintage jewelry, structural repair, and preservation work.

Custom quote
Custom Jewelry Design

Bespoke jewelry development, heirloom redesign, engagement ring consultation, reset, and reconstruction services.

From $250 consultationDesign engagement from $750

Storage & Security

Secure Storage Coordination

Available for qualified pieces and collections after intake review and documentation.

From $150/month

How Pricing Works

Straightforward fees, clearly defined.

1

Verbal appraisal fee waived through August 31, 2026 for any ZIP code entered during booking. Standard fee is $50.

2

Diamond testing is complimentary through June 30, 2026 for qualifying appointments.

3

Written appraisals are $100 per item. All fees confirmed before work begins.

4

Collection reviews, estate engagements, and advisory retainers are priced based on scope, item quantity, and complexity.

5

Third-party laboratory coordination — including GIA submissions, origin testing, and specialty verification — is quoted separately.

6

Consignment and private sale advisory is available. Commission rates range from 15% to 22% based on transaction value.

Consignment & Private Sale

Commission structure for qualifying consignments.

GSBH provides private review and strategic guidance for consignment, estate liquidation, and private sale opportunities. Consultation and appraisal fees may be credited for qualifying consignments accepted through GSBH.

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Commission

Under $25,00022%
$25K – $100K18%
$100K – $250K15%
$250,000+Custom

Complex Items & Collections

Exceptional pieces require exceptional care.

For important colored gemstones, origin-sensitive pieces, high-value estate collections, and institutional advisory engagements, GSBH provides bespoke scope and custom pricing. All engagements begin with a complimentary verbal appraisal.

Custom scope may include

Important colored gemstones
Rubies, sapphires, emeralds, alexandrite
Origin-sensitive or unheated stones
Estate provenance research
Insurance-ready portfolio documentation
GIA & advanced laboratory coordination
Multi-party or institutional reports
Generational collection advisory

Frequently Asked

Common questions about pricing.

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Verbal Appraisal

Verbal appraisal fee waived through August 31, 2026. Our specialists are available for verbal appraisals, written appraisals, authentication, estate reviews, and advisory engagements.