Unmatched certifications
Mitchell Dustin, GG (GIA), ICGA (AGS), NAJA
Education
Graduate Gemologist (GIA)
Completed Graduate Gemologist (GG) course work
through the Gemological Institute of America (1999).Graduate Gemologist program consists
of: Coursework: Diamonds Diamond Grading, Colored
Stones,Colored Stone Grading, Gem Identification. Lab:
Diamond Grading, Colored Stones Grading, Gem Identification, Graduate Gemologist final exam.
Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser (ICGA)
Completed Retail Jeweler (RJ) course work
through the American Gem Society (1998) which consists of The AGS Way coursework. Passed Certified
Gemologist exam (CG) and diamond grading exam
through the American Gem Society (1999). Passed Certified Gemologist Appraiser (CGA) exam through the American Gem Society (2000).
Passed Advanced Personal Property Appraiser exam (2007). Northern Appraisal Services
achieved Active Member status and fulfilled requirements as an AGS Accredited Gem Lab
(2008). Achieved ICGA title as Active AGS
member as an independent appraiser firm with an accredited gem lab.
Relevant
Coursework
Pearl Grading Lab,
Gemological Institute of America (2005). Indentifying Synthetic Diamonds Lab, Gemological Institute
of America (2007). GIA Cut Grading System, Gemological Institute of America (2006). Big
Three – Identifying Natural vs. Synthetic Emeralds, Rubies and Sapphires, Gemological
Institute of America Ohio Alumni Chapter (2008). Identification and Value of Vintage
Watches Gemological Institute of America Ohio Alumni Chapter (2008). NAJA Appraisers
Continuing Education Conference (2009).
Experience
Twenty five years
experience in the jewelry industry, 20 years experience appraising. Ten years working
specifically with antique and estate jewelry.
Affiliations
Certified Member,
National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA) |
