Meet the Jewelry Experts

Judith S. Anderson,  President of Bijoux Extraordinaire, Ltd.

As a member of the American Gem Society (AGS), Judi continued her studies in the fields of gemology and appraising and was awarded the Society's highest title, Certified Gemologist Appraiser (CGA).   Judi has also completed extensive training in appraisal methodology with the International Society of Appraisers and has earned the highest title, Certified Appraiser of Personal Property (C.A.P.P.).

Judi's speaking engagements include numerous workshops in gemology and estate jewelry at Notre Dame College, Hesser College and  Bijoux University.  As well as lectures for local organizations such as the American Business Woman's Association, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, NH Woman's Forum, and various local gemstone and mineral clubs.   She has also appeared on "The Good Day Show" with Tom Cottle (Channel 5, WCVB TV-Boston) and worked with investigative reporters at Channel 7 (WHDH, Boston) to uncover shenanigans in the jewelry trade.

As President of Bijoux Extraordinaire, Judi has been active in the many community organizations and charities:  including, Queen City Rotary, Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Child & Family Services of NH, Downtown Business Council, Manchester YMCA S.T.A.Y. Committee, Manchester Leadership Class of 1990.   She has served as President of the New England Guild for the American Gem Society, as well as the NH State Chairperson for the AGS Membership Committee and on the AGS appraisal committee.

Judi brings to Bijoux Extraordinaire a sophisticated, artistic and creative approach, as well as a strong scientific background.   With these two complementing backgrounds, she offers her clients exciting  custom designed jewelry  ideas,  accurate and analytical appraisal services, and guidance throughout the purchasing process.

Judi is a nationally recognized expert, instructor and advocate of jewelry consumer awareness.   She is a professionally trained gemologist and appraiser of fine jewelry,  with over 25 years of experience in the retail,  wholesale,  manufacturing and design phases of the jewelry business.   Her credentials and history of training include:

• Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (FGA)
• Gemological Institute of America Graduate Gemologist (GG)
• Certified Gemologist Appraiser (CGA)
• Certified Appraiser of Personal Property (CAPP)
• Certified Member, International Society of Appraisers (ISA)
• Member of Jewelers of America (JA)
• Advocate for jewelry consumer awareness and education
• Lecturer on gemology, diamonds and jewelry
• President of Bijoux Extraordinaire, Ltd. and Certified Gems

Art now heads up Bijoux Extraordinaire's estate and antique jewelry department,  where he focuses on beautiful jewels from the past that will adorn and compliment today's wearer.   He has a particular passion for the jewelry of the late Victorian,  Art Nouveau and Edwardian eras.   However, his love is fickle:  the  Bijoux collection  also includes beautiful jewels from the Georgian,  early Victorian,  Art Deco and Retro periods.

Art also provides Bijoux Extraordinaire with a strong financial background and shares with Judi responsibility for strategic planning and development.   Obviously,  once you are a numbers guy they never let you get away.