Met with Tammy this past weekend to get my rings appraised. Her office is in a very nice part of Irvine with a nice waiting room and lobby. She is a certified gemologist and a very nice person. She thoroughly inspected my rings and gave me printed appraisals for insurance purposes and for replacement value. Overall a very pleasant experience and she didn't take much time at all! I highly recommend read more

Tammy is so amazing and knowledgeable. She was very informative and trustworthy. I felt at ease the whole time and truly felt like she took her time so make sure everything was done correctly. Thank you so much Tammy! read more

I highly recommend Tammy for your jewelry appraisal. You sit with her as she appraises your jewelry, so it never leaves your side. She's very friendly and great at what she does. After she was done appraising my ring, she cleaned it and made it look brand new! I was in and out in less than an hour. I had called around to a few other spots in the area and they wanted to take your diamond ring for a full day or multiple days. I would never feel comfortable doing that. Keep up the great work Tammy! read more

Tammy is very professional, nice and helpful. It was very easy to schedule and the process went smoothly.

Tammy is awesome! I brought a ring I bought to her for a cleaning, appraisal, and resizing. She did a great job, it's beautiful. Thank you!

Wow. Tammy is great , very professional and very helpful. I saw her today , made my appointment and did my appraiser on my watch. She's awesome. Thank you again ! read more

I got my engagement ring and another piece appraised here for insurance purposes and would definitely work with Tammy again in the future. She was friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Her fee was reasonable, and she was gracious about the fact that I'd forgotten some of the paperwork she needed, and finished the appraisal super fast after I was able to get it to her! read more

Tammy was wonderful to work with. Professional and efficient. Highly recommend ! Received appraisal and it was done quick and effortlessly. Even got my ring cleaned :). Tammy is the true gem . read more

Tammy really knows her stuff! She asked the right questions to assess the value of my pieces. Such a great experience--thank you!

Tammy was great to work with. Timely and responsive when setting up the consultation, and very professional/knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend Orange County Jewelry Appraisers! read more

Always a good meal. The bar is a great place to eat. Bartenders are friendly; lots of regulars create a fun atmosphere.

Tammy is an absolute gem! She is GIA certified so your appraisals are 10000% legit. I needed to get a ring and a necklace appraised for insurance/estate purposes and I had no idea where to start. I contacted Tammy and even though she wasn't in the office she said she can do it for me the day of! I met up with her at her office and I thought it would take forever but she had it done in no time! Her knowledge about my pieces and the hard work that went into was mind blowing! She's been in the industry for a while and specializes in all kinds of stones! The conversations we had made the time go by so fast, I didn't even realize she was done! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TAKING ALL YOUR JEWELRY TO HER! read more

They're located right where all my favorite restaurants like North Italia and Houston's and are, right by LA fitness! It worked out because I could go have lunch while Tammy appraised my jewelry, win win! Within an hour she text me that the appraisals were done and I picked them up after my lunch! Definitely recommend, I felt very safe and that I was in very knowledgeable hands! read more

When I came in to get my jewelry that I inherited appraised, I was greeted right away by Tammy. She was very knowledgeable in what items I had were worth and the process was quick and easy. I'd highly recommend visiting this business to anyone! read more

I recently got engaged and decided to get my ring locally appraised for insurance purposes. An appraisal accompanied the ring order but I wanted to get it done locally as well. It never hurts to get a second opinion, right? I searched on Yelp for local appraisers and OC Jewelry Appraisers popped up. The reviews were positive, not to mention OCJA is Asian owned, so I contacted Tammy for an appointment. Fast forward to my appointment day and I totally forgot to confirm my appointment. Ha! I emailed her to let her know I was coming and I had to call when I was running a little late to let her know I was stuck in the traffic going to Laguna Beach. She was really nice about it and said it was fine. I was glad I researched her location in advance and that there was parking in the lot adjacent to her office. By the way, it's the second driveway on Ocean Avenue if you're coming from Forest. Her office is in the back of 430 so you can actually access it via the parking lot. It's a small unit but clean. She put on her mask when I entered wearing mine. She was really sweet and personable when we met, She got right to work appraising my ring. She asked me a few questions about the ring and typed up her notes. I was happy to find out my ring appraised for more than it cost to make and it was comparable to the appraisal that accompanied the ring. She printed out a hardcopy for me and emailed me the appraisal as well. Her service is reasonable and if you have multiple items to get appraised, she offers an hourly rate vs. a per item rate. I would check with her in advance to confirm. Also, she's a jewelry designer too so if you have something you can't get in a store, hit her up to design a piece for you. Tammy has been in business for years, initially with her family, until she branched out on her own. She is a GIA Graduate Gemologist so she knows what she's talking about. This location has been here for about a year. If I need anything in the future regarding jewelry, I definitely know who I'll contact. read more

Brought in an inherited vintage Edwardian Era ring in for an appraisal. Tammy was very thorough and explained as she viewed the piece of the hand craftsmanship that went into it. Greatly appreciate her knowledge, professionalism and conversation on the ring and in general. read more

I was looking for someone to appraise my new wedding ring, I started with place of purchase and several other Jewelry stores. They ranged from 4 to 8 weeks without my ring. not to mention the price. I went to the internet and found what i wanted. I was able to make an appointment in a very short period of time. The appraisal was done in person and emailed to me that evening. The price was reasonable. Tammy was great and I highly recommend her. As a bonus she will also educate you about how to insure your jewelry!! read more

I was looking to have my parents' wedding rings appraised and, through a Google search, was fortunate to have found Tammy at OC Jewelry Appraisers. From the initial communication to the final appraisal, I was impressed by her professionalism and knowledge. During the appraisal, Tammy answered my questions and educated me on what she was doing and how jewelry is appraised. At the end of the appointment, she emailed the appraisal to me as well as provided me with printed copies. I am grateful to have found Tammy, and I look forward to working with her again in the future. read more

im so glad i found oc jewelry appraisers. tammy was so kind and very knowledgeable about my pieces. i got an appointment right away, every process from start to finish was easy and quick. excellent costumer service. the location was very easy to find and i felt safe and comfortable. highly recommend!!!!!!! read more

Tammy was incredible! She is a gem (pun intended) and completely professional. Will recommend her to anyone who ever needs an appraisal!

I'm very glad that I've found Tammy. She prepared an appraisal certificate for my diamond ring, providing the estimated fair market value and retail replacement value. Tammy answered all my questions (even outside of the request) and gave some very helpful tips on selling and/or redesigning my piece of jewelry. In addition to being a GIA certified gemologist (with expertise in color stones), she designs beautiful custom jewelry. Tammy is very pleasant and easy to talk to. I will definitely refer her to my friends/family and use her again in the future. read more

Tammy is The sweetest most helpful person! She helped me turn my grandma's old jewelry into something I would wear daily! Can't wait to see what she helps me create next read more

Tammy is literally best person I have ever met, she's so nice and keep her spot super clean. When I walked in I was so In love with how it was put together. She really is the best. I refer everyone to her. read more

I needed to get an updated appraisal on my engagement ring for insurance purposes. After reaching out to 5 different appraisers, Tammy was the quickest to reply. I also appreciated that she texts and is very detailed. The appointment took less than an hour and she was very friendly and seemed extremely knowledgeable for such a young lady! I have already recommended her services to a friend and will contact her again for future needs. Side note, she's also a jeweler and makes really beautiful designs. read more

I found OC Jewelry Appraisers when I went to insure my engagement ring and had the best experience! My husband and I were so enamored with Tammy's sweet demeanor and knowledgeable experience we ended up buying custom wedding bands and an extra wedding gift/ring as well! Her eye for detail and understanding of functionality made our rings not only beautiful, but comfortable and long lasting. Everything we purchased was done on time, if not, days before she promised. And the pricing was great! My husband was thrilled that we could make his band exactly how he wanted for less than the bargain jewelry store. When my engagement ring started having issues, she fixed those as well and it now looks better than when I bought it from the other store! Tammy has been such a blessing and I know my husband and I will be using her for all our jewelry needs for years to come read more

I was really overwhelmed trying to find an appraiser who I trusted to give me a fair quote on what some of my grandmas jewelry was worth. I was also really new to the whole process and not sure what to expect. Tammy was incredible! She is very friendly, personable and extremely knowledgable. She was able to give me a verbal consultation for two of the smaller pieces and then a written appraisal for my bigger valued item. It was good to get the written appraisal for the necklace I brought in because Tammy explained that if I decide to sell it then I can prove what it's worth OR if I decide to keep it as a family heirloom then it'll be easier for me to get it insured. She also has some beautiful jewelry for sale. I was eyeballing some necklaces that were so cute! I decided she's my go to girl for all things jewelry because not only does she do appraisals but she sells jewelry sales AND does custom designs. read more

What an overall great experience going to Tammy for the appraisal of my ring. She was extremely professional and had a wealth of knowledge about diamonds. Parking was super easy behind her building. read more

Tammy was very accommodating about viewing a ring I had and was very honest about the worth. I plan on selling it and didn't really know the process. Her office is also in the super cute work area when you walk through. Cool vibes and she was so nice/helpful. Again, thanks Tammy. Appraisals I would do here. read more

Amazing service!! I went in for an appraisal, without an appointment, and Tammy was able to get me in right away. She was super quick, done in less than an hour. She was extremely professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. I felt very confident that my jewelry was in good hands and that I would be getting the most accurate appraisal in return. She also assisted in finding the best jewelry insurance companies and gave me information on what you need to know for insuring jewelry. Last but not least, she returned my rings to me sparkly clean - an added service she provided, free of charge! I highly recommend going to see Tammy, and I will definitely be back when the time comes! read more

Tammy was so friendly and welcoming! She was extremely knowledgeable in what she does and her passion shows in every answer. I could tell she really cares about her customers and has their best interest. She made me feel comfortable with all the questions and concerns I had. I have found my girl who I can trust with my ring! Thank Tammy! I'll be back soon read more

Went in for an appraisal and will be coming back for the amazing service and talent! Tammy is an excellent specialist in the jewelry biz and was very knowledgeable and friendly. Off the bat you can tell she has a real passion for her work and isn't blinded by greed. Tammy's rates were also on the lower end when I requested quotes from several jewelers. The price and responsiveness drew me here, but I will definitely be coming back for future appraisals and purchases. Great experience all around! read more

Very fast and friendly. I called and she helped me same day and I was out of her office in thirty minutes. The office is right downtown so you can also run out for some food while she does the appraisal. read more

Tammy was very professional in her dealings with my wife. She did a good job communicating with me in advance of the appointment. She honored her quote/estimate. What more could one ask? We'd certainly use her services again. read more

I Inherited a box of semi-precious gems, and not knowing anything about them I wanted to check their value. I found Tammy and it was a wonderful find! She is honest, knowledgeable and straight to the point. She also makes jewelry, which if I ever want to turn my gems into jewelry I will be contacting her. I recommend her for that personal service everyone wants! read more

I would highly recommend this place for a quick and easy jewelry appraisal. I stopped in to get my ring appraised and the owner did it in half an hour, while I waited so I didn't even need to leave my ring there. Their prices were also great. I called several places before coming here. read more

Tammy is so honest and sincere. She is extremely knowledgeable and had some very good information regarding insurance, which is why we were there in the first place. We were very happy with the appraisal we received as well. I would highly recommend Orange County Jewelry Appraisers. read more

Tammy was very nice to work with and made the process quick and easy. I really liked her office setup, and she took a real interest in us as clients. We were in and out in less than 30 minutes to get our new engagement ring appraised, and I would highly recommend her to others. Plus, the ring appraised for much higher than I paid, so wahoo! read more

I have some jewelry that I inherited and am selling on eBay. Some of it I'm familiar with as to value and some not, so I decided to learn more. I generally don't put much stock in the rating for a business with less than 30 or 40 reviews since I think it's too easy for family members, friends, etc. to paint a positive image undeservedly. In this case I decided to give Orange County Jewelry Appraisers with only a half dozen reviews a try primarily because those reviews were all 5 star and it is located in a convenient place for me to get to. Tammy, the owner and appraiser (also a jewelry designer and creator), turned out to be very helpful and knowledgeable about most of the things I was interested in finding out about. Her office is comfortable and she has all the equipment necessary to determine real from fake, types of stone, metric size and weight, etc. She charges a flat rate by the hour and we spent a little over an hour together. I came away with a lot of helpful information and an appreciation for her professionalism. She also can do jewelry repairs and plating. I would have no hesitation going back to her for any jewelry needs, whether that be just additional information, written appraisals, repairs, etc. read more

Got an engagement ring appraised by Tammy. She was very responsive and easy to schedule an appointment with. The cost for work was reasonable and the process was quick, but thorough. She was very friendly and helped answer some random questions I had regarding insurance and the diamond itself. I would definitely use her in the future. read more

Very professional and easy to work with! Tammy is there to help you find exactly what you want and is great at making you feel comfortable with it. I will definitely be coming back! read more