Independent Jewellery Valuation

The value of your jewellery is constantly changing, especially in the current global climate with fluctuations in the price of gold and the value of the Australian dollar.

To ensure your jewellery is properly protected, it is important to have a current valuation certificate that accurately reflects the replacement or repair costs. We recommend valuations be no older than 24 months to maintain their validity.

At Venetia Major – Bespoke Jewellery, we offer a professional, independent valuation service here in Canberra. Our valuations are conducted by an accredited member of the National Council of Jewellery Valuers, ensuring the highest standard of expertise and your jewellery stays on-site at all times.

Upon completion, you will receive a detailed A4 certificate that includes a comprehensive description of your piece—such as weight, materials, and gold carat—along with a clear photograph and a recommended retail replacement value specifically tailored for insurance purposes.

This certificate not only helps you secure the right insurance coverage but also provides peace of mind knowing your treasured jewellery is fully protected.

Next Valuer visit:

Drop off - Friday 15th August 2025

Collect: Tuesday 19th August

Please note, we are closed to the public on Mondays.

Valuation certificates are issued within 10 days. Bookings are essential. Please complete the form below to secure your spot.

Types of Valuations

The most common type of jewellery valuation is an Insurance Valuation. This type of valuation ascertains the amount the item would cost, in today’s market, to be replaced in a retail setting. Other types of valuations are Deceased Estate Valuations, used for fairly dividing up someone’s estate. A Resale Valuation will help determine a fair price for a second hand item. Stone Identifications are used when you simply want to confirm the type of gemstone but do not require a value for it. It is important to discuss what type of valuation you require as the values provided vary significantly.

  • Procedure

    • A registered valuer visits the shop approximately every 8 weeks. Bookings are required.
    • You will be contacted one to two weeks prior to the valuation date to remind and confirm details.
    • Drop off the piece/s a few days before the valuer visit. This allows time to thoroughly clean and check each piece before the valuer arrives. If the piece requires any repairs please allow at least 1 week before the valuer is due. Collect the following business day. This allows for the admin and paperwork to be finalised.
    • Bring along any existing certificates or valuations.
    • Your piece/s remain on the premises at all times.

  • Prices

    • $140 for each piece valued at $10,000 or less
    • $180 for each piece valued at between $10,001 - $20,000
    • $220 for each piece valued at over $20,001
    • $70 for a stone identification without a value.

    Multi stone or complicated pieces may be more. Quoted by the valuer on inspection.

  • Next step?

    Send in your booking details using the form below and we will contact you closer to the date. Or call (02) 6230 9587 if you have any questions.

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