📜 Insurance, Estate & GIA Gemological Valuation • Columbus, MS

Certified GIA Jewelry Appraisers & Insurance Valuation in Columbus, MS [Oct 2026]

Schedule formal insurance replacement appraisals, estate probate valuations, and GIA laser-inscription verifications with accredited gemologists in Columbus along 5th St, 248 Chubby Dr, 687 Fowler Dr, 68 Brickerton St (covering postal codes 39705, 39701, 39702).

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Columbus, MS 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 Columbus, Mississippi, working with a credentialed gemologist (GIA GG, NAJA, or ASA) ensures your documentation is accepted by all major underwriters.

Across Columbus, 6 verified showrooms along 5th St, 248 Chubby Dr, 687 Fowler Dr, 68 Brickerton St provide written gemological appraisals, led by Kay Jewelers, Rae's Jewelry, Beard's Furniture and Antiquities.

Oct 2026 Valuation Fee Schedule

Typical Jewelry Appraisal Fees & Report Types in Columbus

Appraisal Type	Typical Columbus 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 Columbus

Showroom Name	Location / Corridor	Rating & Reviews	Direct Phone
#1 Kay Jewelers	1908 US-45, Columbus, MS 39705, USA	⭐ 4.8 (54)	(662) 327-5955
#2 Rae's Jewelry	110 5th St S, Columbus, MS 39701, USA	⭐ 4.9 (31)	(662) 328-8824
#3 Beard's Furniture and Antiquities	248 Chubby Dr, Columbus, MS 39705, USA	⭐ 4.7 (47)	(662) 386-6157
#4 Claire's	1442 US-45, Columbus, MS 39705, USA	⭐ 4.6 (51)	(662) 327-4414
#5 Jewelry Alcove	687 Fowler Dr, Columbus, MS 39702, USA	⭐ 4.7 (12)	(662) 574-5102
#6 Jewelry Designers Inc	68 Brickerton St, Columbus, MS 39701, USA	⭐ 4.4 (13)	(662) 327-5550

Verified Showrooms in Columbus, MS

#1 Verified Columbus Specialist ⭐ 4.8 (54 reviews)

Kay Jewelers

📍 1908 US-45, Columbus, MS 39705, USA

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

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📞 (662) 327-5955 🌐 Website

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#2 Verified Columbus Specialist ⭐ 4.9 (31 reviews)

Rae's Jewelry

📍 110 5th St S, Columbus, MS 39701, USA

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

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📞 (662) 328-8824 🌐 Website

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#3 Verified Columbus Specialist ⭐ 4.7 (47 reviews)

Beard's Furniture and Antiquities

📍 248 Chubby Dr, Columbus, MS 39705, USA

Beard's Furniture and Antiquities is an esteemed jewelry showroom and custom design studio in Columbus. Offering fine handcrafted jewelry, diamond collections, and master artisan craftsmanship.

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📞 (662) 386-6157 🌐 Website

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#4 Verified Columbus Specialist ⭐ 4.6 (51 reviews)

Claire's

📍 1442 US-45, Columbus, MS 39705, USA

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

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📞 (662) 327-4414 🌐 Website

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#5 Verified Columbus Specialist ⭐ 4.7 (12 reviews)

Jewelry Alcove

📍 687 Fowler Dr, Columbus, MS 39702, USA

Jewelry Alcove is an esteemed jewelry showroom and custom design studio in Columbus. Offering fine handcrafted jewelry, diamond collections, and master artisan craftsmanship.

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📞 (662) 574-5102

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#6 Verified Columbus Specialist ⭐ 4.4 (13 reviews)

Jewelry Designers Inc

📍 68 Brickerton St, Columbus, MS 39701, USA

Jewelry Designers Inc is an esteemed jewelry showroom and custom design studio in Columbus. Offering fine handcrafted jewelry, diamond collections, and master artisan craftsmanship.

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📞 (662) 327-5550

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Frequently Asked Questions: 📜 GIA Appraisals in Columbus

How much does a jewelry appraisal cost in Columbus, MS?

In Columbus, 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 Columbus?

Yes. Reputable gemological studios in Columbus such as Kay Jewelers, Rae's Jewelry, Beard's Furniture and Antiquities offer by-appointment "while-you-watch" appraisals so your ring never leaves your sight.

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