LARSEN GEM LAB
ABOUT US
Mr. Larsen has more than two decades of experience within the jewelry industry-including special expertise in appraising, manufacturing, and custom design-and an extensive understanding of watches and timepieces. He has worked for international auction houses as a Senior Jewelry and Watch Specialist, including Bonham's and Freeman's. Prior to that he managed the appraisal department for renowned appraiser Cos Altobelli.
He is a Graduate Gemologist and a Graduate Jeweler from the Gemological Institute of America and earned the title of Certified Gemologist Appraiser in 1995 from the American Gemological Society. He is also a member if the American Appraisers Asscociation and is a qualified USPAP compliant appraiser. Mr. Larsen has lectured for cultural and member organizations on jewelry, jewelry history, and fashion and has appeared on several episodes of HGTV's program "Appraise It" as well as KTLA's "Good Morning LA" to discuss jewelry from the collection of legendary actress Mae West. He also tours with and appears on the popular PBS series Antiques Roadshow.
He is a Graduate Gemologist and a Graduate Jeweler from the Gemological Institute of America and earned the title of Certified Gemologist Appraiser in 1995 from the American Gemological Society. He is also a member if the American Appraisers Asscociation and is a qualified USPAP compliant appraiser. Mr. Larsen has lectured for cultural and member organizations on jewelry, jewelry history, and fashion and has appeared on several episodes of HGTV's program "Appraise It" as well as KTLA's "Good Morning LA" to discuss jewelry from the collection of legendary actress Mae West. He also tours with and appears on the popular PBS series Antiques Roadshow.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/season/21/orlando-fl/appraisals/edwardian-diamond-platinum-ring-ca-1920--201601A10/
Check out Mr. Larsen's clips from Antiques Roadshow
Bekka Saks, Fine Art Appraiser, Generalist
Having run her own art consultancy since 2007, Bekka has honed her skills as both an art dealer and appraiser who provides professional, efficient consulting to her clients. Through her experience at three major auction houses and working at her family's art galleries, Bekka has a lifetime of experience in fine art sales and appraisals. While based in Los Angeles, she serves clients nation-wide.