📜 Insurance, Estate & GIA Gemological Valuation • Augusta, ME

Certified GIA Jewelry Appraisers & Insurance Valuation in Augusta, ME [Oct 2026]

Schedule formal insurance replacement appraisals, estate probate valuations, and GIA laser-inscription verifications with accredited gemologists in Augusta along Stephen King Dr, Bangor St, 377 Western Ave (covering postal codes 04330).

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Augusta, ME Local Market Overview (Oct 2026)

Whether you need a scheduled rider policy for homeowners insurance (Jewelers Mutual, Chubb, Vault), an equitable estate division report, or independent pre-purchase verification of a loose diamond in Augusta, Maine, working with a credentialed gemologist (GIA GG, NAJA, or ASA) ensures your documentation is accepted by all major underwriters.

Across Augusta, 5 verified showrooms along Stephen King Dr, Bangor St, 377 Western Ave provide written gemological appraisals, led by Timeless Treasures, Jake the Jeweler, Kay Jewelers.

Oct 2026 Valuation Fee Schedule

Typical Jewelry Appraisal Fees & Report Types in Augusta

Appraisal Type	Typical Augusta Fee	What Is Included
Insurance Replacement Valuation (Per Item)	$95 – $165	Karat gram weight, 4Cs grading, macro photos & signed retail replacement certificate
Estate, Probate & Fair Market Valuation	$95 – $165 / hr	Secondary-market liquidation & estate tax schedule documentation
GIA Laser Inscription & Diamond Verification	$20 – $45	Microscope girdle verification + HPHT/CVD synthetic screening while you watch

Quick Comparison: Top 📜 GIA Appraisals Specialists in Augusta

Showroom Name	Location / Corridor	Rating & Reviews	Direct Phone
#1 Timeless Treasures	1 Bangor St, Augusta, ME 04330, USA	⭐ 4.9 (47)	(207) 621-0444
#2 Jake the Jeweler	377 Western Ave, Augusta, ME 04330, USA	⭐ 4.9 (44)	In-Store
#3 Kay Jewelers	2 Stephen King Dr, Augusta, ME 04330, USA	⭐ 4.7 (36)	(207) 623-0127
#4 Day's Jewelers	2 Stephen King Dr, Augusta, ME 04330, USA	⭐ 4.6 (23)	(207) 579-0499
#5 Claire's	2 Stephen King Dr, Augusta, ME 04330, USA	⭐ 4.4 (44)	(207) 623-1561

Verified Showrooms in Augusta, ME

#1 Verified Augusta Specialist ⭐ 4.9 (47 reviews)

Timeless Treasures

📍 1 Bangor St, Augusta, ME 04330, USA

Timeless Treasures is an esteemed jewelry showroom and custom design studio in Augusta. Offering fine handcrafted jewelry, diamond collections, and master artisan craftsmanship.

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📞 (207) 621-0444 🌐 Website

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#2 Verified Augusta Specialist ⭐ 4.9 (44 reviews)

Jake the Jeweler

📍 377 Western Ave, Augusta, ME 04330, USA

Jake the Jeweler is an esteemed jewelry showroom and custom design studio in Augusta. Offering fine handcrafted jewelry, diamond collections, and master artisan craftsmanship.

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#3 Verified Augusta Specialist ⭐ 4.7 (36 reviews)

Kay Jewelers

📍 2 Stephen King Dr, Augusta, ME 04330, USA

Kay Jewelers is an esteemed jewelry showroom and custom design studio in Augusta. Offering fine handcrafted jewelry, diamond collections, and master artisan craftsmanship.

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📞 (207) 623-0127 🌐 Website

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#4 Verified Augusta Specialist ⭐ 4.6 (23 reviews)

Day's Jewelers

📍 2 Stephen King Dr, Augusta, ME 04330, USA

Day's Jewelers is an esteemed jewelry showroom and custom design studio in Augusta. Offering fine handcrafted jewelry, diamond collections, and master artisan craftsmanship.

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📞 (207) 579-0499 🌐 Website

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#5 Verified Augusta Specialist ⭐ 4.4 (44 reviews)

Claire's

📍 2 Stephen King Dr, Augusta, ME 04330, USA

Claire's is an esteemed jewelry showroom and custom design studio in Augusta. Offering fine handcrafted jewelry, diamond collections, and master artisan craftsmanship.

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📞 (207) 623-1561 🌐 Website

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Frequently Asked Questions: 📜 GIA Appraisals in Augusta

How much does a jewelry appraisal cost in Augusta, ME?

In Augusta, a formal written insurance jewelry appraisal typically costs $95 – $165 per piece, with discounted hourly or multi-item rates for large inherited estate collections.

Can I watch my diamond being appraised in Augusta?

Yes. Reputable gemological studios in Augusta such as Timeless Treasures, Jake the Jeweler, Kay Jewelers offer by-appointment "while-you-watch" appraisals so your ring never leaves your sight.

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