Mrs. Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA is a highly respected member of the jewelry industry who has been awarded the prestigious title of Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser (ICGA) also Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser and an Advanced Personal Property Appraiser (APPA), from The American Gem Society. She has been actively involved in the jewelry business since 1986.  As The Jewelry Appraiser Inc., She maintains an office and American Gem Society (AGS) Certified gemological laboratory at 1295 Northern Blvd. suite #15 Manhasset, New York, 11030. She is currently a full-time appraiser of Gems, Jewelry, and all Metals.  The Jewelry Appraiser Inc. is an Independent Certified and Accredited Gem Laboratory, the only designated one in New York State. We neither buy nor sell. Most Courts accept the Jewelry Appraiser Inc. appraisals, the US Government, the IRS, US Customs, Law Enforcement Agencies, major insurance companies, as well as by jewelers and other businesses. Ms. Villepigue’s appraisals are used to determine the identification and value for all jewelry (estate and modern) and metals (precious and base) all types of jewelry from around the world, all Gems Stone: Rough and polished goods, Rough Diamonds and Polished Diamonds, Silverware, Flatware, all type of Watches including table-top and Pocket Watches, Clocks, Micro Mosaic pictures and jewelry, wall hangings and tables, antiques and vintage valuables. Also, she is an expert in new contemporary jewelry. She is able to conduct forensics testing on real or fraudulent goods being sold. She helps out many people and different organizations around the world. Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA maintains a current data file for her past appraisals for a period of 7 years.  Her library includes authoritative appraisal manuals and current price indexes, as well as reference books and trade periodicals. Deborah A. Villepigue GG, RMV, AGA, APPA,CGA,ICGA gemological education has earned her the Graduate Gemologist (GG) Degree from the Gemological Institute of America. Advanced Gemological and Appraisal training has earned her the title of Advanced Personal Property Appraiser (APPA) and Independent Certified Gemological Appraiser (ICGA). Ms. Villepigue is the only one to hold this title in New York State and 1 of 19 in the US.  She also has earned the Registered Master Valuer (RMV) degree, the first of such in New York.  As a graduate of the Bulova School of Jewelry, she has earned the title of Graduated Master Jeweler (GMJ).  She is a past officer of the Gemological Institute of America Alumni Association. She is still an active member of the Alumni.  She is an active charter member of the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), also a member of The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA).  Deborah A. Villepigue GG, RMV, AGA, APPA,CGA,ICGA is a member of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) which helps to maintain honesty and integrity in the jewelry industry.   She is also a current member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, as well as The American Society of Jewelry Historians.  Deborah A. Villepigue GG, RMV, AGA, APPA,CGA,ICGA is active in many Jewelry organizations in the United States. She is a member of the Chamber of Commerce. Deborah A. Villepigue GG, RMV, AGA, APPA,CGA,ICGA continues her education and training through The American Society of Appraisers, the Gemological Institute of America, the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, the Forensics of Gemology and the American Gem Society. Various courts throughout New York State have retained Deborah A. Villepigue GG, RMV, AGA, APPA,CGA,ICGA, The Jewelry Appraiser Inc., on numerous occasions for expert witness testimony.  She also works with different District Attorneys on the Forensics of jewelry to determine a value for prosecution or defense, criminal matters and civil matters even for which State and Federal inheritance taxes divorces and Estates Appraisals.  Deborah A. Villepigue GG, RMV, AGA, APPA,CGA,ICGA is one of the primary Jewelry Appraisers for New York State. Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA. has extensive experience in all phases of the jewelry industry.  She was a buyer of colored gemstones, pearls, and diamonds for television productions and major retailers. She also was a designer and manufacturer of jewelry for major catalogs that have circulated in the U.S. and internationally.  Her expertise in colored gemstones and pearls was greatly enhanced during her employment as a consultant for American Express in the Fine Jewelry Department. Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA has worked in the gemological equipment departments as a consultant.  She has helped to develop the GMK Microscope and many other tools that are used worldwide by the jewelry industry. She has also assisted in the lighting industry.  Her findings have changed the LED lighting worldwide.  Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA helps to maintain honesty and integrity in the wholesale, manufacture and retail areas of the jewelry industry by advising industry members and organizations. Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA has been recognized by Cambridge’s Who’s Who in 2010 and awarded the title of VIP Business and Accomplished Gemologist Appraiser in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. Deborah has also been awarded by her community from the Chambers Of Commerce, Hall Of Fame Business 2014, 2016, 2018 & 2019. Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA is active with many Native American organizations and works very closely with the Native American Councils in both jewelry and the pure art form of Native American Art.  She is a designer and creator of different important pieces of art and jewelry for the heads of the Native American Councils, as well as an educator and lecturer on Native American Jewelry, stones, artwork and culture. Also lectures on Gems, Jewelry and the current events of the industry. She is also a large part of STOPPING the illegal part of the Conflicts Diamonds (Blood Diamonds) grading Rough Diamonds, Rough Gemstones and Gold and other metals. Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA donates her free time to many charitable organizations and is an active member of the Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA). Deborah A. Villepigue GIA-GG, RMV, AGA, APPA, CGA, AGS-ICGA The Jewelry Appraiser, Inc.