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3 New Year’s Resolutions for Jewelry Lovers
The new year feels like a clean slate, inspiring reflection, hope, and the motivation to become better versions of ourselves.
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New Year's resolutions offer a fresh start and the promise of self-improvement. The new year feels like a clean slate, inspiring reflection, hope, and the motivation to become better versions of ourselves. Below are three suggestions for professional jewelers and consumer enthusiasts designed to increase value, improve knowledge, and protect the integrity of all those sparkling pieces we love.
#1 - Appraise Your Gifts
Whether you’re selling, gifting or receiving jewelry, an independent appraisal from IGI confirms the quality, authenticity, and value of every treasured item. Jewelers who provide IGI appraisals with their sales build trust and loyalty among clients with that ironclad confirmation of quality. Shoppers who send their pieces to IGI will receive comprehensive documentation from one of the world’s most respected gemological institutes, verifying expectations and enhancing future value. An IGI appraisal not only provides peace of mind, but also guarantees proper insurance coverage in case of damage or loss.
Resolution - New Year’s Collaboration: Team up with some fellow jewelry lovers and send a variety of sparkling pieces to IGI for fast affordable appraisals, followed by a “show and tell” party.
#2 - Sharpen Your Skills
Improve your knowledge with IGI. Whether through quick 45-minute eLearning courses, or hands-on diamond and jewelry grading at IGI New York, education enhances your understanding of the value, quality, and appeal of any jewelry item. Jewelry professionals gain expertise, credibility, and a better ability to meet client needs. Shoppers make more informed decisions, ensuring they get the best quality and value for their money, while all enthusiasts deepen their appreciation for diamonds, colored gemstones and the exhilarating world of jewelry.
Resolution - Buddy System: Come to New York with a friend and take one of IGI’s efficient hands-on courses over 2-3 days, or 5 weekday mornings, while enjoying time together in the Big Apple.
#3 - Protect Yourself, and Your Clients
Jewelry professionals face significant risks today. Those who buy over the counter, handle estate pieces, or consign consumer jewelry are often exposed to fraud, whether intentional or not. Behind the scenes, bad actors mix lab-grown diamonds into melee parcels and set large stones with fake inscriptions. Consumers trading online are often unaware of the risks and can later discover the piece they purchased isn't as described. We urge professionals to protect themselves and their clients with decisive laboratory screening. IGI does this for finished jewelry and loose gemstones in New York and Los Angeles, with fast, affordable service (one-day turnaround available) designed to safeguard the integrity of our industry.
Resolution - Be Completely Confident: Have all gemstones and jewelry from the secondary market screened at IGI... Bonus, have those items returned with IGI Jewelry Reports to add value, ensure authenticity and boost trust.
Wishing you a sparkling 2025, full of joy, success, and moments that shine as brightly as your most cherished pieces.
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