Association of Independent Jewellery Valuers

About this Association

AIJV was formed with the purpose of creating a resource of worldwide Independent Jewellery Valuers who do not buy, sell or broker and do not accept commission payments from the trade or financial industries. These entrance criteria, Code of Ethics and Principals of Appraisal Practice are the strictest in this appraisal sector, anywhere in the world.
AIJV then promotes these businesses to the public, insurance industry and sectors of commerce who, for what ever reason, specifically want to hire the services of a jewellery valuer who is not involved in trading jewellery, watches, diamonds, gemstone or any other related products. The intention here, of course, is to highlight this rare breed of Appraiser and increase their market share.

As a non-profit organisation that is completely funded by an individual, the success of AIJV is not dependent on membership size, which is just as well because, by definition, membership of AIJV will never be large, but in many ways this diminutive state has proved to be a very positive thing.
Something magical happens when a few like-minded professionals are brought together for the better good. This magic is prevalent in the group and is felt by all involved, perhaps the cooperative and supportive atmosphere within this organisation is due to its small size.

The Aims and Objectives of the Association of Independent Jewellery Valuers are broadly:

• Provide a visible resource of truly independent jewellery appraisers worldwide.
• Promote the benefits of using an Independent.
• Define the word ‘independent’, in this context, to consumers.
• Bring together a network of valuers who can pool skills and connections to realise these primary objectives.
• Lobby and encourage trade organisations to restrict the application of the term ‘Independent Valuer’ to valuers who truly are independent.

Why should Members of the Public use an AIJV member?

There is tremendous value in dealing with a professional who is not only unbiased but is seen to be completely impartial and has absolutely no vested interest in any outcome of any assignment.
Please use the contact links at the top of the page to enquire about membership of this unique organisation or, if you are a consumer, how to find an Independent Jewellery Appraiser.