Save yourself hassle at the border when traveling this summer. In this post we share some information about how to ensure a smooth re-entry into Canada by following these essential steps recommended by the Canada Border Agency. Information in this article is taken from the Canada Border Services Agency website Protecting your valuables You should […]
The ASA recently published a great article about a new set of 4C’s. For those who have an interest in diamonds and gemstones, you might familiar with the 4C’s of diamonds; cut, clarity, color, and carat. What you may not know is that there is another set of “4C’s” that explain why hiring an ASA-designated appraiser […]
We are currently open and providing jewelry appraisal services at this time. We can assure you that here at Imperial Gem Lab we are taking the COVID-19 pandemic very seriously. Imperial Gem Lab is complying with all regulations as set out by the Public Health Service of Canada. Harold Lindsay, our gemologist, will be appraising […]
Land of Rubies: Mogok, October 2019 Our journey begins Anticipation, the wonder of what would be, the wonder of what I would see. At long last, I was about to experience the fabled Mogok, Burma (Myanmar), the historic source of world-renowned rubies. Excitement filled the air on the eve of our A.I.G.S. sponsored expedition. We […]
Whether you’ve just gotten a beautiful new piece of fine jewelry or you are the caretaker of a family heirloom you hope to pass down to your descendants, jewelry insurance appraisal is part of giving yourself peace of mind. Jewelry is often small and can be easy to lose. It’s also possible to break jewelry, […]
The title for this blog came to me at 40,000 ft. on a flight on my way to the ASJRA Antique Jewelry Conference in Boston this June. Not what you may think, this club doesn’t refer to a somewhat heated topic involving certain activities in the air. No, I chose to apply the title to […]
Imperial Gem Lab’s Harold speaks with Andrew Kwong from Christine Jewellers, on the importance of a Jewellery Appraisal. Andrew: “Hi this is andrew from christian jewellers right here with me is Harald Lindsay the master gemologist appraiser from Imperial Gem Lab.” Andrew: “Harold can you tell us about your what you do?” Harold: “yeah I […]
Imperial Gem Lab’s Harold speaks with Andrew Kwong from Christine Jewellers. Fact Checking Diamond Fluorescence: Myths Dispelled. Watch it now. To help answer the most common Jewellery Appraisal questions check out our Frequently Asked Questions page and learn more. For any Jewelry Appraisal requirements, head on over to our Booking Calendar and see when the […]