TRADE Appraisal Services
Obtaining GLA Services
When you obtain services from GLA, you will receive an in depth analysis for each one of your pieces, evaluated by Certified GIA Graduate Gemologist with over 24 years of appraisal experience.
Types of Appraisals Available:
• Formal Appraisal (long format)
• Preliminary Appraisal
• Appraisal Summary ID Card
• Gemstone Origin Report
Each Appraisal Includes:
To complete Trade Account Package
please call 1 (310) 922-1599
to request password for access.
Trade Member Submission Form
(Form will download automatically to your computer)
• On-line Services: 24 hours Report Retrieval from the GLA Website. (Must be a registered
member and an account holder with GLA. Additional Fees May Apply)
• Official Certificate: Watermarked on Tamperproof Paper w/ GLA Logo.
• Photograph: 2 Professional Digital Color Photograph of your item.
• Authenticity: A Customized Holographic Seal; A unique GLA Logo Embossing on the
photograph; Exclusive Lamination Treatment.
• Protective Cover: A 3-Fold Portfolio with a protective UV coating, slipped into a customized
vinyl pouch.
Types of Services Available:
Verbal Evaluation - the evaluation includes identification of gemstones, quality analysis and approximate value.
48 Hour - drop-off or ship your items to our office, using any shipping method most convenient to you. GLA will perform the service within 48 hours and ship the items back to you.
While-U-Wait - on an appointment basis. This service takes approximately 30-60 minutes, depending on the difficulty of the item.
Specialty Items:
Hi-End Jewelry Watches (i.e Rolex, Cartier brands) - Mechanism, Serial/Reference # are verified by our watch specialist and then the watch is checked for alterations. Includes 3 professional photographs.
Matching Sets, Antiques, and Complicated Items - Prices may vary.
For your convenience, we accept credit cards.
