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Inspect items to verify precious metals, test and identify gemstones, decipher hallmarks, and recognize maker's marks accurately.

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Authenticate incoming pieces by checking for signs of restoration, damage, weight discrepancies, or synthetic components.

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Research un-hallmarked, antique, or unusual items using reference materials and internal documentation.

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Draft precise product descriptions that capture key features, condition, and stylistic era.

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Record accurate technical specifications into departmental systems, including dimensions, weights, stone types, and metal purities.

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Categorize inventory systematically to ensure correct platform placement and search visibility.

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Sort incoming stock efficiently across costume, silver, gold, and antique categories to maintain stock flow.

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Process items at a consistent pace to meet daily listing targets and prevent department bottlenecks.

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Maintain clear workspace organization to safeguard high-value and delicate inventory during evaluation.

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Collaborate with colleagues to troubleshoot ambiguous hallmarks, unidentified stones, or complex pieces.

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Share technical findings and testing techniques across the team to build collective product knowledge.

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Assist with onboarding new team members by demonstrating inspection processes and cataloguing standards.