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Insuring a diamond takes a little thought, planning and shopping around. Diamond insurance is not like buying car insurance. It is quite different. Depending on the state that you live in, there are basically three types of policies that will cover diamonds, and all insurance policies that cover the diamonds are considered Marine type of policy.The first type of insurance policies for diamonds is a political value. If the diamond is lost or damaged beyond repair, the insurance company will replace the diamond market value today, no matter how much you paid for diamonds at the outset. This type of insurance policy for diamonds that are not really common.

The most common type of insurance for diamonds replacement value insurance. The insurance company will pay up to a fixed sum to replace the diamond that were lost or damaged beyond repair. That does not mean they will pay that amount - it means they will pay up to that amount. In most cases, diamonds can be replaced at a lower cost.

The third type of coverage is available for diamonds Agreed Value. This is sometimes called “A Valued.” This type of coverage is very rare. Where the diamond is lost or damaged beyond repair, the insurance company will pay only the amount you and the company agreed. It is the best type of insurance to have, but it is rarely offered. If you can not get Agreed value coverage, the value of coverage should be your next choice.

Your rate will be determined by the value of diamonds, the type of coverage you choose, and the area that you live If you live in an area with a high crime rate, you can expect to pay more for your insurance coverage diamond. It is important to remember that insurance agents are not qualified jewelers, goldsmiths and are not qualified insurance agents.

It is preferable to obtain a certificate of your diamond, and provide the insurance company with a copy of this statement. This leaves the insurance company less room for argument on the actual value of diamonds.

Do not rely on the separate cover to cover your diamond. For example, if you steal diamonds from home, it is probably covered on your insurance policy from the owner - but probably diamonds will not always be at your home, and once it leaves the house, there is no coverage.

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