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Viewpoint: The Case of the Chipped Diamond

Diamonds are one of the most coveted gemstones in the world. They symbolize love and commitment, embody strength, and have been represented in ancient and modern lore, poetry, and fiction. While every diamond is unique, there were no terms or …

3rd Generation Appraiser Specializes in the Weird, Historic

NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — The sun is shining. Fresh scones lie under a linen napkin on the picnic table. Sandy Grice is dipping in and out of history, talking about the range of unique properties he’s had in his hands. …

Stolen Meteorite Recovered in New Mexico

A meteorite that landed in Russia in the 1940s and was recently stolen from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque has been located. After the meteorite went missing, the museum contacted an association of meteorite collectors and a Missouri …

California Gold Fever Sweeps the Criminal Underworld

Gus Rodriguez looks more like a soldier than a jewelry store security guard, with a Beretta handgun strapped to his bulletproof vest, shades wrapped around his shaved head and pepper spray bulging from a breast pocket. “I am not afraid,” …

Robbers Steal Gold in Holdup on Romanian Highway

Police say robbers disguised as police officers stopped a car on a Romanian highway and forced the occupants to hand over almost 23 kilograms (51 pounds) of gold at gunpoint. Police spokesman Danut Dinu said three masked men forced a …

From Trash to Treasure: Salvor Can Help to Manage Losses

When crises occur, one person the claims adjuster, insurer and insured should consider calling is a salvor — he or she can be a valuable partner in helping to clean up the trash, and broker the sale of any salvageable …