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David Hall

Redondo Beach,CA

Summary

Knowledgeable Jeweler and Watchmaker with solid foundation in watch appraisals, restoration, dating, repair, buying and selling for customers, insurance companies and estates; knowledge and expertise in gemstone identification and evaluation. Leveraged advanced analytical skills to accurately appraise and grade wide variety of gemstones.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Jewelry and Fine Watch Specialist, G.G. Gemologist

Hall & Ladd Co
04.2014 - Current
  • Buy, sell, repair, restore and appraise new and vintage watches.
  • Custom Jewelry design, sales and appraisals
  • Jewelry and Watch appraisal for estates, resale and insurance claims
  • Participate in trade shows - WWT, NAWCC and small private shows


Jewelry and Fine Watch Specialist, G.G. Gemologist

Finley's Jewelers
11.1994 - 04.2014
  • Owner, Sales
  • Gemologist, Appraisals, Watch Repair, Watch Restoration, Jewelry Repair
  • Customer service, employee management, shop services
  • Estate and Insurance Appraisals for jewelry and watches

Gemologist

Gemological Institute of America
03.1994 - 11.1994

Diamond appraisals and certification (GIA Diamond Certificates)

Education

GG Gemologist / GJ Jewelry Manufacturing - Diamonds, Colored Stones And Manufacturing

Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
Santa Monica, CA

Skills

  • Jewelry Appraisal
  • Horology Fundamentals
  • Timepiece Authentication
  • Watchmaking Techniques
  • Watch Repair Expertise
  • Horological Appraisals
  • Historical Dating
  • Restoration
  • Repair
  • Buying and Selling

Timeline

Jewelry and Fine Watch Specialist, G.G. Gemologist

Hall & Ladd Co
04.2014 - Current

Jewelry and Fine Watch Specialist, G.G. Gemologist

Finley's Jewelers
11.1994 - 04.2014

Gemologist

Gemological Institute of America
03.1994 - 11.1994

GG Gemologist / GJ Jewelry Manufacturing - Diamonds, Colored Stones And Manufacturing

Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
David Hall