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New England Gemological Laboratory is one of fourteen appraisal firms with the highly regarded title from the American Gem Society of Independent Certified Gemologist Appraisal Laboratory (ICGA) in the USA and Canada.  Meeting the criteria for an ICGA is not an easy task and requires professional training, experience, on-going education and a stringent list of required equipment.  Why is it so hard to find qualified professional appraisers?  It is a very lengthy road to qualify.  We take our appraisal tasks very seriously and are devoted to helping the consumer understand the process and to be straight forward and honest.  We have proven we have very high ethical standards time and again. 

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What Is the American Gem Society?

The American Gem Society is a not-for-profit trade association of fine jewelers, appraisers, jewelry manufacturers and suppliers in the United States, Canada, and Europe who are dedicated to consumer protection, ethical business standards, and development of the highest gemological skills and knowledge. AGS Mission Statement  

ICGA firms carry the CGA credentials to another level. They are independent appraisal firms that specialize in the appraisal of gems and jewelry. ICGA appraisers are qualified to provide insurance appraisals as well as more challenging appraisal assignments such as probate, equitable distribution, resale and divorce.
This elite group of Independent Certified Gemologist Appraisal (ICGA) firms, do not buy or sell jewelry, they are dedicated to providing their clients with reliable and professional independent appraisal services.
The appraisal education and experience required of the ICGA firms surpass the retailer CGA requirements. We are the authority.

Many ICGA firm applicants are also at the top of their profession in other appraisal organizations such as the American Society of Appraisers, Accredited Gemologists Association and the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers.