Estate Jewelry Appraisals
Estate Jewelry Appraisals
near Napa County
At Lauren O Jewels, we deliver estate jewelry appraisals and valuations with the accuracy, clarity, and respect they deserve. Whether you’re working through estate planning, managing federal estate tax paperwork, or simply want to confirm the value of a cherished heirloom, our professional appraisal service is here for you.
Proudly serving Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and the larger Bay Area region, we partner with fiduciaries, executors, attorneys, and families who demand precise valuations for significant jewelry assets.
Why Estate Jewelry Appraisals Are Important:
Every piece of jewelry holds both sentimental and financial worth. When settling an estate or dividing family heirlooms, accurate and unbiased valuations matter.
At Lauren O Jewels, all estate and heirloom appraisals are completed by a qualified appraiser in compliance with USPAP (the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice). Our reports meet IRS and fiduciary requirements and reflect both the true market value and the significance of each piece.
We bring expertise, integrity, and care to every appraisal—protecting your legacy while ensuring clarity and fairness for all involved.
How the Estate Jewelry Appraisal Process Works
Our appraisal process is clear, thorough, and guided by recognized professional standards.
Consultation – We begin with a personalized review of your jewelry and any available background or documentation.
Examination – Each item is carefully evaluated using professional gemological tools to assess gemstones, diamonds, metals, craftsmanship, and condition.
Documentation – You’ll receive a detailed written appraisal report that aligns with the intended use of the assignment, whether for:
• IRS estate tax filings
• Date-of-death valuations
• Probate or trust administration
• Establishing or updating the cost basis for tax planning
• Insurance coverage
Every appraisal is performed with precision and care, in accordance with USPAP, and designed to meet the highest professional requirements for estate planning, insurance, and fiduciary purposes.
Estate Jewelry Appraisals Beyond Market Value
Our role goes beyond simply assigning numbers. We provide appraisals that serve the needs of:
Federal Estate Tax Documentation – Reports recognized for compliance with IRS standards.
Date of Death Jewelry Appraisals – Fair market valuations required for estate settlement.
Executors & Fiduciaries – Helping divide assets clearly and avoid family disputes.
Estate Attorneys & Professionals – Collaborating seamlessly with your legal and financial team.
Whether you’re managing a small estate or a large, complex portfolio of assets, we bring clarity to one of the most delicate aspects of estate administration.
Types of Jewelry We Appraise
Our expertise covers a wide range of estate and heirloom jewelry, including:
Engagement Rings & Wedding Bands
Diamonds & Gemstones
Custom fine jewelry & Designer pieces
Estate and
Heirloom Jewelry
Vintage and Antique Jewelry
What Our Clients Say
"My engagement ring is truly perfect. “
Somehow, Lauren and my fiancé were able to design and create the ring
of my dreams without me even knowing what I wanted myself.
- CAEDMON P.
Schedule Your Estate Jewelry Appraisal
At Lauren O Jewels, we believe estate jewelry appraisals are about more than just determining value—they’re about preserving family heritage while supporting thorough documentation for estate planning, probate distributions, federal tax filings, and asset division.
Our valuation reports are recognized by attorneys, fiduciaries, and executors throughout Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and the Bay Area, positioning us as a trusted resource in complex estates. Whether you need a date of death jewelry appraisal, IRS-compliant valuation, or simply confidence in your heirloom’s worth, our team provides clarity,
accuracy and care at every step.
Serving Napa County and Beyond
From our Petaluma studio, we work with families and estate professionals across Northern California, and we are available to travel for larger estate assignments.
Contact us today to schedule your estate or heirloom jewelry appraisal and experience why Lauren O Jewels is a trusted name in estate, probate, and vintage jewelry valuations.