WELCOME TOÂ
PRETTY STONES
Your Premier Oakville Jewellery Consultant & Appraiser
YOUR LOCAL APPRAISER
Not sure exactly what you have or what it's worth? Is it really gold and gemstones or just costume jewellery? It may be time to turn
to a licensed professional.
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Situated in the heart of beautiful downtown Oakville, Pretty Stones is the answer to all of your jewellery appraisal needs.
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Our GIA Graduate Gemmologist, Catherine, has over 20 years of jewellery industry experience. She also holds the Gemological Institute of America 'Accredited Jewellery Professional' designation. Her life-long passion for 'pretty stones' and fine jewellery, particularly antique and vintage pieces, provides an extensive knowledge base in appraising your valuables.
OUR SERVICES
Giving Your Jewellery a Determined Value
We provide comprehensive appraisal services and expert guidance throughout the entire valuation process,
whether for insurance, resale or estate division purposes.
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Included in this process are gemstone identification, grading, measuring, weighing and pricing. Any historical or designer significance can also affect the value. As your professional local Jewellery Appraiser, we guarantee accurate valuations at a fair price.
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Get in touch today and book a consultation to find out how much your jewellery is really worth.
RESALE VALUE ASSESSMENT
Discover Your Jewellery's True Value
Do you have jewellery that's been sitting in a safe deposit box untouched for years? Has a piece been handed down to you that you'll never wear? Or have you just grown tired of what's in your jewellery box?
We offer objective and knowledgeable fair market value assessment for resale.
We also consign and sell all types of fine jewellery, from antique to modern styles.
INSURANCE & PROBATE APPRAISALS
Meeting All Of Your Appraisal Needs
There are several reasons why you might need a jewellery appraisal. Most often appraisals are required for insurance purposes or for family division of an estate. You may be interested in selling a piece, or are simply curious about its worth.
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With our help, you will be able to uncover the true value of your jewellery and make the appropriate decisions.
JEWELLERY CONSULTING
Concierge Services
Looking for a special piece? Would you love to own an vintage piece of a certain style?
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Through our wide range of contacts in the industry, we can source just what you have in mind, both for antique period jewellery or modern styles.
We can also rework your existing pieces into something you'll love more, or create a custom design to your unique specifications.
CONTACT
Do you want to learn all about your fine jewellery? 'Pretty Stones'Â are our passion!Â
Even if you’re just curious about an evaluation, contact us today and we'll be happy to offer professional advice.
Catherine Hepburn-Schroeder
GIA Graduate Gemmologist/Accredited Jewellery Professional
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Avalon Fine Jewellery
177 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville, ON L6J 2K5
905-510-0035