Mark A. Vinson, G.G., C.G.A.

Graduate Gemologist -- GIA (In Residence Trained)

Certified Gemologist Appraiser -- AGS

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Education

 

Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Graduate Gemologist, In Residence Diploma, 1985

Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Colored Stone Grading Certificate, 1989

American Gem Society (AGS), Registered Jeweler, 1990

American Gem Society (AGS), Certified Gemologist, 1991

American Gem Society (AGS), Certified Gemologist Appraiser, 2021

 

Business

 

Chief Appraiser, Troy Vinson Jewelers, 1985 - Present

Owner / Chief Appraiser, Maverick Jewelry Appraisals, 2022 - Present

 

Qualifications

 

Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Graduate Gemologist, In Residence Trained

American Gem Society (AGS), Registered Jeweler, 1990

American Gem Society (AGS), Certified Gemologist, 1991

American Gem Society (AGS), Certified Gemologist Appraiser, 2021

USPAP Certified 2020-2023

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38+ Years’ experience in selling, buying and appraising fine jewelry and watches for insurance purposes.

 

Memberships

 

GIA Alumni

American Gem Society

Texas Jewelers Association

Jewelers of America

National Association of Jewelry Appraisers

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Continuing Education Courses and Conferences

 

Annual American Gem Society Re-registration exam 1991 – 2022

AGS continuing education courses at AGS conclaves 1990 – Present

GIA Distance Education classes 1989 – Present

AGS Color vision certification 2021

NAJA 59th Winter Conference 2023

USPAP 2020-2023 15-Hour Class