Independent Watch & Jewellery Valuations
Consultancy
Glasgow City Centre Valuation - No need to send your items away.
Valuations are carried out at my office in Glasgow City Centre. Please contact me to make an appointment at your convenience. Your valuables will remain with you at all times. Monday - Friday only.
Sammantha Maclachlan FGA DGA FIRV MJVA AJP PJDIP CPAA - JVA Registered Valuer®️
- Over 23 years of jewellery industry experience with watches, gemstones and valuations including Asian gold jewellery and fancy coloured diamonds.
- Chair of the Institute of Registered Valuers
- Winner of the prestigious David Wilkins award 2026
- Winner of the Gordon Ness trophy (gemmology)
- Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain
- Diamond diploma from the Gemmological Association of Great Britain
- Founder Member of the Jewellery Valuers Association
- Fellow of the National Association of Jewellers Institute of Registered Valuers
- Committee member of the Scottish Gemmological Association
- Senior Accredited Gemologist, Accredited Gemologists Association
- GIA Applied Jewelry Professional
- GIA Graduate Pearls
- Cultured Pearl Specialist
- IGI certified diamond grader
- Practical Diamond Certificate from Gem-A
- Member of the Society of Jewellery Historians
- Tutor and mentor for the NAJ's IRV
Jewellery Valuations Glasgow
I am an expert in valuations of high-end luxury jewellery brands, Asian jewellery, coloured gemstones and diamonds covering Glasgow, Renfrewshire, Edinburgh and Ayrshire. Other areas of Scotland and Northern England can be discussed. Valuations and appraisals for all purposes including probate, family division (divorce), guardianship. Post loss report service also available. I also have experience as an expert witness. With a transparent fee structure, you know exactly what your fee will be in advance of your appointment. If you are unsure of your requirements contact me to arrange a free initial Zoom consultation.
Home Valuation Service
For larger collections (10+ items) of jewellery and watches, valuations can be carried out in the comfort of your home meaning your valuables remain with you at all times. I can also visit you at your bank, office or other secure location. Evening appointments also available. Contact me for more information on this service which covers Glasgow, Renfrewshire, Ayrshire, Edinburgh and Lanarkshire. Appointments available 7 days a week.
Watch Valuations Glasgow
With years of experience in the luxury watch trade, I understand the need for market watch valuations of rare and sought after models within brands such as Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Rolex. I have experience with rare vintage models and pocket watches.
Specialist in Family Division and Executries
Please contact me to discuss your requirements. I work with solicitors across Glasgow, Paisley and Edinburgh to provide valuations in family division, marital disputes, executries and probate.
Trade Valuations and Audits
I work with a number of retailers, repair workshops and designers across the UK. If you'd like to discuss trade valuations please contact me for more information. Please get in touch to discuss stock audits.
Insurance
I am often asked to recommend insurers who specialise in luxury jewellery and high-end watches. Jewellery Appraisers of the World have a guide for clients looking for this specialist jewellery insurance.
Professional Memberships
