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Senior Member AGA & NAJA. #1 Certified Gemologist Jewelry Buyer in SoCal.

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Find out what you're jewelry is really worth! See the Top Gemologist Jewelry Buyer in OC by appt; GIA Graduate Gemologist, Sr. Member Nat'l Assoc of Jewelry Appraisers, Sr. Member Accredited Gemologists Assoc, AGA Certified Gem Lab, Diploma Member GIA Alumni Assoc. Get honest straightforward facts from the top-rated Gemologist in Orange County for over 40 years with over 80,000 Appraisals performed. Come see our newly rebuilt office where you watch the entire appraisal process Covid safe.
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Jewelry Buyers, Jewelry Appraisals, Diamond Buyers
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Irvine Research Center
Associations
Graduate Gemologist, Gemological Institute of America (GIA);Senior Member, Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA);Certified Gem Lab, Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA);Senior Member, National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA);Gemological Institute of America Alumni Association; Lifetime Member, National Eagle Scouts Association
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Paul D.

04/12/2015

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David made the selling of my old engagement ring easy and painless. I saw two other jewelry buyers who told me many lies trying to get me to sell it for far less than what David paid me. David took the time to explain what I had and why it was worth what he was offering. I left feeling certain that I had received the highest possible value for my ring. To top it off David was by far the nicest person of the three people I saw, it was a pleasure doing business with him.

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Walter T.

09/24/2014

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Excellent service, prompt and very professional. Could not ask for better. I left knowing that I had sold my jewelry for as much as possible, and I left knowing why and how it was valued. I received lots of great information about my jewelry that I had never heard before. This guy really knows his stuff.

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Grace K.

01/23/2014

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When I was looking for a jewelry appraiser for my wedding ring, I was at a loss at where to start as I was skeptical of charlatans out there. I was fortunate to come across David since I found him to be extremely sincere and very straightforward. He took the time to explain the fundamentals to me on why diamonds are valued the way they are, showing me what I was not previously aware of. I would not hesitate to send anyone to him as he is a consummate professional and truly knows his area inside out. Thank you David for making what I expected to be an unpleasant and difficult process to be very easy...

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George P.

01/18/2014

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I visited four jewelry buyers and no one even comes close to David. Honest, Direct, and Candid are just some of the descriptions that come to mind. Non one else I saw was anywhere in the same planet with his knowledge. What is even more impressive is his stark direct honesty. David tells it like it is, and he backs it up with un-questioning hard facts by producing a combination of book and on-line references for each point he makes. Every bone in your body tells you that you are in the presence of goodness and bordering of gifted knowledge of his subject. No wonder David has earned the respect of so many other experts and world famous jewelers in his field. Make no mistake, this is the place and this is the man to see if you are selling jewelry. Oh, and he was the highest bidder by more than 20%. What more can you ask for?

edickenson

02/26/2013

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Definitely the best out there as we tried a few places and this guy shows you everything about your jewelry so you know exactly what you have and how much it’s really worth. Got the best price from him as well. Very personable and genuinely friendly. I liked him as a person far better than anywhere else I visited. Very very recommended.

trtennis

07/25/2012

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Yesterday I sold my old diamon...

Yesterday I sold my old diamond engagement ring and a few others items here. I got a complete education of what I had to sell from the owner. I really love the fact that he showed me my jewelry on a large computer monitor through his microscope! Step by step he walked me though how my diamond ring was graded and valued. He backed up his facts and values with various books and internet sources so that I would know that the prices were accurate and fair to me. I learned a lot about diamonds from him which will definitely help me next time I am in the market for another diamond. What is especially nice is that the owner was willing to tell me that I should not sell one of the items because it would not be to my advantage. I don’t know of any other business that is willing to turn down making money for the benefit of their clients. I was paid immediately once he had completed his appraisal of my jewelry and I had agreed to sell it. The entire process took less than 30 minutes. I have read other reviews stating that the owner is nice, but that really does not cover it. He is exceptionally nice and very genuine. I have read and heard that this business is the best, and after trying a few others I have found that to be true as well. I received more money than I would have if I had sold it to the others I saw, and one establishment offered me less than half of what I was paid here. Be sure to use his map link on his website as it is very good and not all the map links on the web are as accurate. He is easy to find though as there is a very large sign on the street. Go and see him if you are selling, you will love him.

williamslaw

06/30/2012

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Sold a ton of jewelry here tod...

Sold a ton of jewelry here today that we inherited from my aunt a few years ago. We checked around and this place had the best reputation on-line for being fair and honest. They lived up to our expectations and provided us with excellent values for our jewelry. Highly recommend anyone selling their jewelry give this place a try, you won’t be disappointed.

zapper2100

06/26/2012

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Truly excellent place! Tried ...

Truly excellent place! Tried several other places to sell my jewelry but felt I was getting the run around until I discovered David. He gave detailed explanations on my jewelry’s quality and values. I got to see my stuff under his microscope and learned for the first time a lot about jewelry in general. I was able to sell my jewelry for a truly fair price and feel I was getting as much as I possibly could. This is a great place to have your jewelry appraised and sold.

steve92880

03/31/2011

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Davids a real pro

I went in there today and like other posters it was quick and very informative. David was not only quick to be able to tell me what my diamond was worth, but came very close to guessing what I had paid for it. He was very knowledgable, and didn't try to scam me. He gave me a fair price and it was a good experience. If I ever get another diamond, I will definitely have him appraise it. Highly recommended.

v12-man

05/25/2008

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Professional & Honest

We went to four other jewelry buyers here in Orange County, and Mr. Boggess offered the most without even knowing what the others had offered us. He very quickly weeded through my mother’s estate pointing out all the items of significant value, which was a great help to me and my brothers. This guy clearly knows his stuff, and I can see why so many of the top jewelry stores use him.

davidboggess

11/29/2007

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Committed to 100% Customer Satisfaction

I am committed to 100% satisfaction for my clients, and welcome your honest reviews. My prestigious client list and industry track record are a testament to this fact. With that being said, jewelers who defraud their clients do not like my existence. I tell consumers everything, including the stuff some jewelers don't want you to know. I often provide information to consumers that help them get their money back from these types of criminals. Some of these jewelers have a history of abusing these types of "non-accountable" review systems to slander "tell-all" appraisers like myself. Verizon SuperPages has informed me that they collect the actual IP address of the person leaving the review, making them traceable, and prosecutable. I cooperate with all law enforcement officials in prosecuting any such activity. Be honest and the world is a better place. Thanks, David R. Boggess.

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Phone: (949) 727-3411

Address: 18 Technology Dr Suite 158, Irvine, CA 92618

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