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) |
