A San Francisco institution since 1912. We offer collateral lending and loans against jewelry, fine art & collectibles as well as buying jewelry and gold.
Incredibly friendly, wonderful selection, and excellent value. They will get more business from me.
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Are you considering a diamond jewelry purchase? Before buying anything, be sure to ask the store manager about a diamond report. If you’ve never heard of a diamond report, then read more about this detailed information and how it can help you when purchasing jewelry.
Diamond Reports
A diamond report is intended to protect jewelry buyers. Buying fine jewelry can be a difficult task. Diamond reports ensure that you purchase a quality item. A third party completes the diamond report to guarantee the account is unbiased. There are several different types of diamond reports, but a GIA diamond report is the most common, issued by the nonprofit Gemological Institute of America.
How They Help You
Diamond reports serve as proof of authenticity and quality for your diamond jewelry. They include an accurate analysis of the diamond’s grade and identity based on international standards. Gemologists use their expertise and equipment to analyze four elements of the diamond: its carat weight, clarity, cut and color. The diamond report includes the assessment of each of these criteria. Typically, a diamond report also includes measurements, shape, finish, polish and symmetry details. The diamond report or diamond certificate that you are presented with at the time of purchase gives you written proof of the quality of your diamond. This certificate is essential if you plan on applying to a third party for a loan to purchase your diamond jewelry.
Do you need to know more about acquiring a diamond report in order to apply for a loan to buy your diamond jewelry? Consult the experts at San Francisco Providential Loan Association. We’ll help you through every step of the jewelry loan process. Call us today at (415) 675-1372.
Ben and team were fantastic. I went in to purchase a diamond ring and they provided me numerous options. They had a lot more than what was online and behind the counter. They treated me like any other jewelry place but didn't try and sell me something I didn't want. Meaning, I wasn't made to feel guilty for trying to stick to a budget. They...
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When you are selling your gold jewelry, you deserve to get the best price possible.
In this video, you will learn about how selling your gold by mail can severely decrease your chances of getting a fair price. Gold appraisal is a craft that requires integrity and experience. When you send gold to a broker by mail, there is no guarantee that the appraisal is fair. Indeed, in the test you’ll see in the video, the appraisal price from the online brokers is significantly less than the price offered at the pawn shop.
If you are interested in finding a broker with experience and credibility, call San Francisco Provident Loan Association at (415) 675-1372.
I have no new angles to add--the service was great, the building cool--but the experience was so good (and unusual) I had to add in my five stars. I've never had jewelry appraised before, and Ben helped me sort out which pieces of jewelry I brought in were "not worth the time it would take to sell them," which would be good for...
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