Your evaluation checklist

  • Your pieces, as they are.Keep matching earrings, detached components and accessories together. A small pouch or separate compartment for each piece makes the group easier to discuss.
  • Valid government-issued photo ID.SDJB asks customers to bring photo ID. Ask the team ahead of time if you need to confirm an accepted document.
  • Records you already have.Existing receipts, reports, appraisals and service records can add context. Missing paperwork is something to discuss, not a reason to commission new reports just to ask a question.
  • Your questions and priorities.Note which pieces you want to discuss, anything you plan to keep, and whether you are considering selling or borrowing.

A few useful details for your item

Diamonds

Bring any existing grading report with the piece. Leave a mounted stone in its setting unless the team advises otherwise.

Diamond evaluation

Watches

Include the box, papers, extra bracelet links and service records if available. Explain running condition and known modifications.

Watch evaluation

Estate jewelry

Keep records with the corresponding piece. For someone else’s property, ask ahead about any ownership or authority documents needed.

Estate jewelry evaluation

You do not need to prepare a perfect presentation

You can begin an inquiry without knowing a stone’s weight, a watch reference or a piece’s value. Describe what you know and ask what would help.

Before paying for polishing, repairs, servicing or a new appraisal solely for this visit, ask the team whether it is useful. Do not use unfamiliar cleaning methods on an older or delicate piece.

Plan the conversation and the visit

Tell the team if you are bringing several items, need an appointment, or have a particular question. Confirm arrangements before traveling, especially for a Saturday visit.

The store selector records your preferred visit location. SDJB is the contact team. The store page provides the address, published hours and map.

SDJB hours & directions

Starting from farther away? Contact the team before shipping valuables. Confirm acceptance, custody, insurance and return arrangements for your specific item.

Questions to take with you

  • What did you identify, and what still needs examination?
  • Which details influence the proposed purchase price?
  • For a group of pieces, exactly what does the offer include?
  • If I am considering a loan, what are the full costs, repayment dates and redemption conditions?

Tell us what you are bringing

Start with a few details and your questions. The form keeps your selected item and preferred store; choose selling or a loan according to what you want to discuss.

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Sources & review

Based on the sources below, checked October 21, 2026. This is an editorial draft; an identified subject reviewer and current operating details are required before publication.