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I have numerous pieces of jewellery to sell however because they are through an estate there is no appraisal certificates to go along with them. I have contacted a Jeweller and appraisals are now approx $100/item.  
I am looking for diamond/gem size and clarity and perhaps color if possible.  
Any suggestions??

Will do one at full price and then discounts for alternate items I believe. (Unless that has changed in the last year)  
 
$100 per piece sounds a bit high, but these are certified, trained professionals that deserve to be paid for their service. Call around to see if there is a wide range of pricing??  
 
Your other option is to wait until any of the local stores has an appraisal clinic. When I worked in the biz they would have a professional set up for a couple of days and do nothing but appraisals, usually at a reduced rate because the store is paying them for their overhead.

Seek out Joe Thomassen (Thomassen jewellers) downtown on 1108 Rosser avenue. Long time jeweller and goldsmith. Hours are limited but on the door. He'll appraise the jewellery honestly and fairly.

Kellye said "Seek out Joe Thomassen (Thomassen jewellers) downtown on 1108 Rosser avenue. Long time jeweller and goldsmith. Hours are limited but on the door. He'll appraise the jewellery honestly and fairly. "

I will try him.