Business Details
Expert Jewelry Appraisals in Glendora, CA
Gem Appraisals Unlimited has been the trusted source for fine jewelry and gemstone valuations in Southern California for over three decades. Our expertise spans insurance coverage, estate administration, divorce settlements, and IRS-qualified appraisals, serving private clients, insurance companies, legal professionals, and government agencies. With a portable gem laboratory, we conduct thorough on-site examinations for seized property consultations and forensic evaluations.Our litigation support services include expert witness testimony in civil and criminal cases, with qualifications in county, state, and federal courts. We maintain strict objectivity as an independent appraiser, ensuring accurate valuations without vested interests. Our reports feature detailed item descriptions, digital photography, and market research, adhering to USPAP standards and AQB certification requirements.
Services
Jewelry Appraisals
Litigation Support
Government Consultation
Estate Planning Appraisals
Post Loss Valuations
Expert Witness Testimony
Charitable Donation Appraisals
Forensic Appraisals
IRS Qualified Appraisals
Appraisal Education
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of jewelry appraisal experience with USPAP-compliant reports
- Our portable gem laboratory enables on-site property examinations
- AQB Certified appraisers with expert witness qualifications in federal courts
- Independent valuations with no vested interest in client property
- Specialized services for IRS-qualified charitable donation appraisals
What people say
Accurate valuations
Expert litigation support
Portable laboratory services
30 years experience
IRS-qualified appraisals
Services
Jewelry Appraisals
Professional jewelry appraisals for insurance coverage, estate planning, and equitable property distribution. Our independent evaluations include detailed item descriptions, digital photography, and market research. Master Gemologist Appraiser Teri Brossmer provides objective valuations without vested interests in client property.
Litigation Support
Expert witness testimony and forensic appraisals for civil and criminal cases. Services include probate administration, equitable distribution valuations, and USPAP-compliant reports. Qualified in county, state, and federal courts with extensive litigation experience.
Government Consultation
Seized property examination and consultation for local, state, and federal agencies. Portable laboratory enables on-site evaluations of confiscated jewelry and gemstones. Services include forensic appraisals and expert analysis for law enforcement agencies.
Estate Planning Appraisals
Comprehensive valuations for estate tax purposes and trust formation. IRS-qualified appraisals for charitable donations with detailed documentation. Services include post-loss evaluations and casualty loss filings for insurance claims.
Appraisal Education
Gemology training programs developed in partnership with international institutes. Courses cover appraisal methodology, market research, and USPAP compliance. Designed for jewelry professionals seeking international accreditation through ASA programs.
People
Teri Brossmer
Master Gemologist Appraiser
With over 30 years of experience, Teri Brossmer holds multiple industry certifications and serves as an expert witness in federal courts. She developed international appraisal training programs and conducts forensic evaluations using a portable gem laboratory.
Questions
What jewelry appraisal services do you offer?
We provide insurance appraisals, estate valuations, IRS-qualified charitable donation appraisals, and forensic evaluations for legal cases.
How experienced is your appraiser?
Teri Brossmer has over 30 years of experience and holds certifications from GIA, ASA, and AGA with federal court qualifications.
Do you provide litigation support?
Yes, we offer expert witness testimony, equitable distribution valuations, and USPAP-compliant reports for legal proceedings.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Southern California including Greater Los Angeles, Inland Empire, Desert Communities, and Orange County.
Are your appraisals USPAP compliant?
All our appraisal reports meet USPAP standards and AQB certification requirements for legal and tax purposes.
