Jonathan Flint of You Jewelers in La Mesa recently obtained the advanced title of Certified Member in The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA). Having met all the necessary requirements, Flint has been granted accreditation and the Association has conferred the professional designation of Certified Member. 

After receiving his Graduate Gemologist Diploma from The Gemological Institute of America (GIA), Flint wanted to further prove his commitment by regularly engaging in continuing education. His goal is to ensure that his clients would be protected if something were to happen to their prized heirlooms, and that their jewelry was properly represented. Insurance appraisals for jewelry and watches are performed to safeguard heirlooms against loss, theft, or damage. Most insurance companies require that items are accurately represented by a certified appraiser, and gemologist.

In addition to the strict educational requirements, Flint was also awarded the NAJA Accredited Gemological Laboratory, which makes him one of the few Accredited Laboratories in all of San Diego.

Among the things that You Jewelers offers includes:

• Extensive jewelry & watch appraisal training
• GIA Graduate Gemologist
• NAJA Accredited Gemological Laboratory 
• Exceptional quality photos & video
• High ethical standards & awareness of legal obligations
• All appraisals are done on site

  

The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers has members throughout the United States, and is dedicated to the maintenance of professional standards, professional ethics, and education in the field of jewelry appraising. All Certified Members must adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics of the Association, the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and NAJA Report Writing Standards required in all appraisal assignments.

You Jewelers is located at 6193 Lake Murray Blvd., Suite E.

For more information on the business, call (619) 303-2172 or visit: youjewelers.com.