Scott Papper, GG, ASA, CMA, ISA AM, RGA, AJP, CSMP, CSSP

Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Scott Papper, GG, ASA, CMA, ISA AM, RGA, AJP, CSMP, CSSP Expert Witness
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Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

General Specialties:

Gems & Jewelry Appraiser and Forensic Science

Keywords/Search Terms:

Gemologist, Jewelry Appraiser, Jewelry Forensics, Diamond Forensics, Diamond Grading, Diamond Verification, Diamond Authentication, Jewelry Expert, Antique Jewelry, Gem Identification, Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearls, Gemstone Enhancement, Gemstone Identification, Appraisal Review, ASA, ISA, GIA

Education:

Graduate Gemologist (GG), Gemological Institute of America (GIA); Accredited Senior Appraiser, Gems & Jewelry (ASA), American Society of Appraisers (ASA); Certified Master Appraiser (CMA), National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA); Registered Gemologist Appraiser (RGA), International School of Gemology (ISG)

Years in Practice:

15

Additional Information

Scott Papper, GG, ASA, CMA, ISA AM, RGA, AJP, CSMP, CSSP -- I am a fourth generation gem and jewelry professional with experience as an independent appraiser, gemologist, jewelry buyer, pawnbroker, and expert witness. I own and operate an NAJA Accredited and AGA Certified Gemological Laboratory. In addition to providing appraisal services for private clients and those within the trade, I have been subcontracted to assist with the valuation of jewelry and watches confiscated by federal law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Secret Service (USSS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). I also have experience as an expert witness, providing successful litigation support in cases involving gems and jewelry. I have earned the following gem-, jewelry-, and appraisal-related credentials throughout my career: - Graduate Gemologist (GG) -- Gemological Institute of America (GIA) - Accredited Senior Appraiser, Gems & Jewelry (ASA) -- American Society of Appraisers (ASA) - Certified Master Appraiser (CMA) -- National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA) - Accredited Gemological Laboratory -- National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA) - Accredited Member (ISA AM) -- International Society of Appraisers (ISA) - Registered Gemologist Appraiser (RGA) -- International School of Gemology (ISG) - Graduate Diamonds (GD) -- Gemological Institute of America (GIA) - Graduate Colored Stones (GCS) -- Gemological Institute of America (GIA) - Graduate Pearls (GP) -- Gemological Institute of America (GIA) - Applied Jewelry Professional (AJP) -- Gemological Institute of America (GIA) - Certified Senior Management Professional (CSMP) -- Jewelers of America (JA) - Certified Senior Sales Professional (CSSP) -- Jewelers of America (JA) - Accredited Senior Gemologist -- Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA) - Certified Gemological Laboratory (CGL #59) -- Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA) - Certified Cultured Pearl Specialist -- Cultured Pearl Association of America (CPAA) Contact me for a complimentary consultation to discuss the specifics of your case.