We will gladly give free advice on any technical problem and offer free estimates. For gem testing we charge £5.00 + VAT for a verbal opinion. For a written opinion on an A E Ward letterhead there is a £20.00 + VAT charge. As founder members of the Gemmological Association and Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain we have the resources of the laboratory at our disposal should you require their reports and certificates.

Gemstone Treatment

Gemstone and organic substances are often treated by artificial means to improve their colour and appearance by methods other than cutting and polishing. To the best of our knowledge the descriptions of all goods sold by us conform to the rules laid down by the C.I.B.J.O.