Independent Valuations in the South West U.K.

Independent jewellery valuations: A valuation by someone who has not got a vested interest in the outcome. A pretty essential thing I would say. If a valuation is provided by someone other than an independent valuer, they may have an interest in calculating a higher or lower figure to suit their ends. This may just be my simplified view, but I think it's important. Also, if someone is focused on just one area (valuations) they are more likely to keep up to date with all the latest tricks being used by the more dishonest members of the trade, such as treatments. Working in a retail environment, I don't have as much time to focus on these aspects as I would like. Many "in-house" valuations are carried out by people that aren't dedicated valuers. Anyway, I'm getting into a blog that I am going to write at a later date. The purpose of this post is to let anyone reading this in the South West of England know that Michael Inkpen FGA(http://www.jewellery-valuer.co.uk/) has now moved to Exeter. If you are not familiar with Michael, he has a wealth of experience in jewellery valuations. He has worked in retail and has the respect of many people in the trade (even though he doesn't realise how good he is). Many thanks to Adrian Smith (http://www.adrian-smith.co.uk/) for keeping me informed of this VERY important development. More to come shortly! Take care, Damian