Master Gemologist Appraiser, Jonathan Banks, brings over 27 years of experience to his position as Key Appraiser for GGS. Trained and accredited in Belgium, Mr. Banks practices only the most meticulous and accepted standards of International Appraising and Grading. He is a world-renowned expert in appraising, grading, certification, consulting, diamonds, loose gems and fine jewelry. Mr. Banks personally oversees the GGS Appraisal Department, lending his vast technical knowledge to each and every certified appraisal issued by the skilled hands at GGS.

Master Gemologist Appraiser Mr. Jonathan Banks has been accredited by and supports following organizations:

• Accredited by the Institute of Belgium in diamond and jewelry grading
• Accredited by the Indian Stone Trading for wholesale, exporting and importing of diamonds
• The Israel Diamond Industry
• The Department of Grading Wholesale Trade Bureau
• US Wholesale Trade Grading