About Canadian Accredited Jewellery Appraisers
An accredited appraiser is more than a fancy title. It’s a mark of trust and excellence you can rely on, offering peace of mind in your jewellery transactions.
Canadian Accredited Jewellery Appraisers (CAJA) are an elite group of highly qualified appraisal professionals vetted by our organization and dedicated to gemstone, jewellery, and watch disciplines. When you work with a CAJA, you get a guaranteed level of professionalism and can count on excellence, ethics, and experience in your appraisal.
CAJA for consumer
Our goal is to:
Promote professional appraisal practices to industry members and consumers
Connect consumers across Canada with CAJAs in their area
Educate consumers on the components of a professional appraisal report
Build consumer trust in the appraisal industry
We guarantee consumers that:
Our appraisers have undergone extensive training in the areas of gemmology and valuation science
The value stated is fully researched and justifiable
The professional appraisal report is prepared ethically and with integrity
The CJA Jewellery Appraisal Guidelines are adhered to
CAJA for members of the trade
Our promise:
Adhere to the CJA Jewellery Appraisal Guidelines
Establish minimum requirements for CAJAs to comply with
Provide access to member benefits that help save time and money including discounts on continuing education
Create opportunities for fellow CAJAs to connect and collaborate
Highlight the CAJA designation to increase public awareness and recognition
The CJA Jewellery Appraisal Guidelines are adhered to.
Being a CAJA Provides You:
Access to a community of like-minded appraisers dedicated to professional practices
A feature on the CJA website in the dedicated CAJA directory
Potential clients will be referred to CAJAs in their area when contacting the CJA office
Want to become a CAJA designated jewellery appraiser?