Michael is a perfectionist. He has the highest level of integrity, and is excellent at communicating and showing you, through science and (extremely) licensed knowledge, of what the value of your jewelry is worth.
How would I know? I brought in large, high quality pieces... Trust was the biggest thing for us.
He appraised my jewelry in front of us the entire time... explaining the science and with high-end equipment to back up his own "eyes"...
I'm very familiar with the diamond industry and he is far and beyond a detailed expert.
I recommend him at every level. He will tell you if its worth doing an appraisal for insurance purposes or not.
His appraisals are the most detailed I've ever received.