What is a jewelry appraiser and how to become one

Key steps to become a jewelry appraiser

1. Explore jewelry appraiser education requirements

   Most common jewelry appraiser degrees

   Bachelor's

   70.0 %

   Associate

   13.3 %

   Certificate

   10.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific jewelry appraiser skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Gem	100.00%

3. Complete relevant jewelry appraiser training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 2-4 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New jewelry appraisers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a jewelry appraiser based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real jewelry appraiser resumes.

4. Research jewelry appraiser duties and responsibilities

   • Provide detailed written reviews of residential properties ensuring USPAP guidelines, federal regulatory requirements and lender appraisal guidelines are met.
   • Test gems, diamonds, calculate labor costs.
   • Recognize authority on appraising gems and jewelry.
   • Gain familiarity with FNMA, underwriting, and regulatoryguidelines.

5. Apply for jewelry appraiser jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a jewelry appraiser job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams