Colombian Emerald appraisal question

[SchoolNurseMom]

I have been gifted a nice looking emerald necklace by my Fathers wife. He bought it for her on a cruise. I have no interest or desire to keep it due emotions and history that I will not get into here. 😉

I have the original paperwork that shows it was bought on a HAL ship. I am thinking that it’s probably not worth the amount the paperwork claims it is. The papers also indicate that this was originally a ring, but as it stands now,  it has been made into a pendant on a gold chain. 
What would be the most reasonable recommendation of what to do with this? Should I take it somewhere local to me and have it appraised and see what I can get for it? Should I take it with me on my next cruise and see if I can trade it for something more appealing to me and without the negative attachment? Any other ideas? Thank you for any advice you can give me! 😊

[57redbird]

I bought an emerald pendant in Colombia for a reasonable price -- having done no research took a chance.  Took it to our local appraiser at home & it appraised for more than twice the amount I paid...that said, do what will make you happy.

[SchoolNurseMom]

Update: I did get incorrect info from my Dads wife for the necklace, but now have the correct sheet. I don’t think the paperwork matters at this point. Of course it states that the necklace is worth way more than I was quoted at a local jeweler this morning, but I will take it a couple more places and see what they say and what they will charge to sell it on commission for me.  I would then take part of the proceeds and buy myself something more to my tastes if it all works out. 

[Mary229]

Seek out a GIA certified jeweler/Appraiser.   (Gemological Institute of America).  Local jewelers without certification may be inexperienced or have other motives. A good appraisal costs a few dollars

[57redbird]

5 hours ago, Mary229 said:

Seek out a GIA certified jeweler/Appraiser.   (Gemological Institute of America).  Local jewelers without certification may be inexperienced or have other motives. A good appraisal costs a few dollars

I did but thanks for the info.

[mafig]

I'd love to see a photo of the necklace .🤍