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Fluorescence is more than just a bit of fun
Whether inspecting gemstones or diamonds, professional valuers will undertake any number of tests to help determine and grade the particular stone they have in front of them. When dealing with […]
Reports based on photographs put you at risk
I understand that life is hectic; we’re all looking for ways to simplify or speed up whatever task we have. But some things must be done properly, and there are […]
Podcast – The pre-owned watch market and the importance of obtaining up to date insurance valuations
I recently sat down with Andrew Fraiwald, Private Client & Portfolio Broking Team Leader of Islands private clients. We discussed the state of the current pre-owned watch market, the importance […]
Custom diamond set watches – Luxury upgrade or money pit?
Custom diamond watches – not the luxury upgrade or bargain you’d expect I understand from an aesthetics perspective why some people like aftermarket or ‘custom’ set diamond watches. But from […]
The devil is in the details!
Everyone loves a diamond certificate. However, they shouldn’t be called certificates. That’s a misnomer; they are, in fact, reports, but that’s a gripe for another day. So why do people […]