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We love being "Just" Appraisers

 

We don’t buy or sell diamonds, watches or jewelry, so we won’t appraise your engagement ring below market value then offer to buy it. We won’t produce a deflated appraisal of the diamond you bought online, then try to sell you one of ours. We’re not diamond merchants or jewelers, wholesale, retail, or otherwise. We’re Just Appraisers.

Our team is built on an “ethical compass” that has high standards and a dedicated drive to always learn. This enables us to openly discuss quality and how we estimate the value of your jewelry, diamond, gemstone, watch and other valuables.

David Wolf, ASA Master Gemologist Appraiser, GIA Graduate Gemologist

David Wolf
President, ASA MGA®, GIA GG

Lynn Wolf, Client Communications

Lynn Wolf
Client Communications

Michael Wolf, GIA Graduate Diamonds, Analyst

Michael Wolf
GIA Graduate Diamonds, Analyst

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See what clients are saying about how we help them.

  • David Wolf of Just Appraisers is the finest example of a professional in the gemology trade. His knowledge, dedication, passion, and ethical compass in his profession are second to none. I have retained David and Just Appraisers as an independent gemological expert on a number of catastrophic property losses throughout the United States. His understanding and knowledge on the subject is outstanding and his demeanor and compassion for clients and claimants is exemplary. I, without hesitation, would recommend David and Just Appraisers to anyone.

    Joe Oliva Partner at Goldberg & Segalla

  • I can’t say enough good things about Just Appraisers. They transformed what would have been one of my most difficult and stressful experiences, buying our engagement ring’s diamond, into a totally enjoyable one. Their level of knowledge and professionalism combined with the patience and kindness needed in these kinds of situations has no parallel in NY. They treated me as part of their wonderful family and helped me save and incredible amount of money. For all of this I will be forever grateful.”

    Miguel Riglos Managing Director

  • Just Appraisers is the best in the business. Their attention to detail and professionalism sets the bar very high for their industry. David Wolf’s eye for appraising jewelry is laser sharp. He has a tremendous amount of expertise in his field, a deep wealth of knowledge for various stones, is very thorough and provides a very fair and accurate market appraisal. I would use them again in a heart beat!

    Lauren Wright Public Relations & Communications at LSW Media LLC.
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David Wolf, ASA Master Gemologist Appraiser, GIA Graduate Gemologist

David Wolf
President, ASA MGA®, GIA GG

Credentials

David Wolf, a 1976 graduate of Rutgers University, Newark, NJ and a Graduate Gemologist (GIA) since 1985, holds a Senior Membership and Master Gemologist Appraiser® designation from the American Society of Appraisers. David served on their Board of Governors for ASA International representing the Gems and Jewelry Discipline. He has developed and hosted programs for ASA’s Gems & Jewelry international conferences. David is dedicated to delivering the highest standards a professional appraisal practice can offer. Major Banks, national law enforcement offices and patent attorneys have frequently contracted David for forensic consulting, appraising, mediation and expert testimony. David spent the first half of his career buying diamonds and estate jewelry which prompted him to write for articles for professional appraisers, collectors and those interested in “old world” diamonds. As a consumer advocate, he has interviewed with Inside Edition and National Public Radio.

“My mission is to tell you more about what you want to know – leaving you with peace of mind.”

“My goal every day is to connect with clients so when they come in they are confident that they can ask us anything and we will help them. Every client should leave with a sense of satisfaction and the feeling that they found friends in this industry.”

Lynn Wolf, Client Communications

Lynn Wolf
Client Communications

Lynn graduated Rutgers University in 1983 with a BA in Art and English. In 1984, she earned a certificate in Interior Design from New York School of Interior Design. After working as a Sales Representative and a Marketing Assistant she became David’s partner in life and business. In the office, Lynn directs our most essential client relationships and manages the office. She starts the appraisal process and handles post appraisal inquiries. She maintains the integrity of Just Appraisers with a respectable voice paralleling its engagements. Lynn finds it important to have a healthy balance of work and play; Lynn enjoys spinning, skiing, traveling, taking trips to the beach, gardening and cooking. She also has a genuine love for dogs, but Lynn will always tell you her greatest joy is her family.

Michael Wolf, GIA Graduate Diamonds, Analyst

Michael Wolf
GIA Graduate Diamonds, Analyst

Michael studied business and actuarial science for 3 years at St. John’s University. He earned his GIA Graduate Diamonds Diploma in June 2015. Since his start in 2013, while he has become our in-house photographer and diamond grader, Michael’s primary function continues to take shape in Just Appraiser’s technical infrastructure. Michael is dedicated to understanding business and people; His commitment to clear communication is why you can enjoy this website and our innovative appraisal delivery system. His research skills are integral in sourcing and collecting data for analyzing the market and value conclusions. Mike finds comfort in maintaining his health through exercise; skiing, hiking, running and swimming. His interests have taken him all over the world. While attending St. John’s in 2011 Mike studied abroad in Italy, France and Spain. While there he traveled to cities within the countries and also took time to visit England, Netherlands, Ireland and Switzerland. Michael is the third pillar of Just Appraisers and is re-shaping our future.

“We must always be willing to learn – how much we know commands our ability to help clients. We will tell you everything we know and if we don’t know, we will find the answer.”

David’s Story – A Generational Business

Our Beginning

Our Beginning

My family jewelry business began in the late 1800’s in Hungary with my great grandfather, the village butcher. He bartered chickens for used pocket watches, salvaging the steel mainsprings and converting them into butcher knives by straightening them out and wedging them into wooden shafts. With cannibalized pocket watches laying around and so many visits to the watchmaker – his son, my grandfather – Simon Wolf, took more to fixing watches than slaughtering chickens.
After World War I, Simon emigrated to the US and repaired watches in Pittsburgh, PA before opening a shop in Derby, Connecticut. At the end of World War II, my father, Alexander Wolf, joined the family business after returning home from the air force. He added an artistic side to the business and developed special order jewelry designs. I remember him saying, “Our customers need to see the watch maker and the bench jeweler in plain sight.”

Fast Forward

Fast Forward

In 1976, I graduated Rutgers and taught High School in NYC. In 1978, my family business needed help in the store; with no inclination towards watchmaking or jewelry making, I took care of ordering their supplies. I met the dealers, the suppliers, designers and manufacturers while making weekly trips into the city.

In 1983, while I was a student at GIA, I had the pleasure of meeting with Eunice Miles; she was an institution within GIA’s career placement department and had an uncanny knack for marrying personalities. She called Jack Abraham, a prominent Gem Importer, and so it goes, I met my mentor. He armed me with his black box of fine rubies. I carried his gems into the finest retailers, designers and manufacturers in New York.

In 1985, I met my wife and began brokering gemstones on my own. After that short stint, I began buying, selling and appraising under the umbrellas of Macy’s (1986) and Windsor (Estate) Jewelers (1995).

Just Appraisers

Just Appraisers

In 1995, I earned my Master Gemologist Appraiser® designation. Soon after, the American Society of Appraisers awarded me with the Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) credential. My wife, Lynn, and I finally opened up a small appraisal lab in 1998.

In 2001, with the tragic 911 World trade Center attack, we were contracted as the appraiser’s of record for those who lost contents stored in safety deposit boxes of JP Morgan Chase. Our independent and ethical approach to clients’ concerns began to level out the anxiety and fears of all those involved in the settlement process. And so, the “Just Appraisals triage” team was forged. We went on to manage recovery and valuation teams for Hurricane Katrina and Super Storm Sandy. Our team is ready for any size challenge. We have the professional resources to meet the needs of individuals, including Banks and Insurance groups, law enforcement agencies and patent attorneys.

I am a contributor to accent.chubb.com where you can read about the gemstone market and antique cut diamonds. I have interviewed with Inside Edition and National Public Radio. I served on the Board of Governors for the American Society of Appraisers. I developed and chaired programs for ASA’s Gems & Jewelry International Conferences and presented “How to Develop Appraisals for Post-Loss Events” with National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA). I am dedicated to transparent and authentic disclosure… delivering my clients the highest standards a professional appraisal practice can offer.

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