Cal Coast Jewelry Appraisers

About this Appraiser

As a skilled professional Jewelry Appraiser and Gemologist, Kathleen Turner, GG (GIA), takes pride in her work and provides high quality valuation documents for private clients and jewelers in the Carlsbad area. This truly independent jewelry appraisal company does not buy, sell or broker jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, watches or any other related products. You can be certain of independent advice and assessments that are totally unbiased and without prejudice.

Appointments can be made for personal consultations on a one-to-one basis in this company's second-floor gem lab, that is conveniently located and provides onsite gem identification and diamond grading in the security of their comfortable office. Kathleen also has a mobile gemological laboratory and undertakes home, office and bank vault visits which give you the opportunity to fully discuss your requirements regarding your precious items prior to them being appraised in the privacy of your own surroundings.

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This company’s office is about 3 miles from the principal diamond grading and gemstone identification laboratory of the GIA (Gemological Institute of America). This allows swift and secure personal delivery and collection of any diamonds or gems that require specialist laboratory examination.

All types of appraisal, valuation and assessments are performed, including: Insurance Replacement, Estate, Open Market Value, Liquidation, Post-Loss (hypothetical assessments) Consultations are also available with this jewelry expert if you require advice on jewelry or diamond purchase, equitable distribution, litigation support or legal settlements. All appraisal and valuation reports conform to the highest standards and fully comply with the criteria demanded by USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice).

This Accredited Senior Appraiser has over 15 years experience in the jewelry trade, covering jewel and diamond sales, manufacture, design, repair and of course appraisal, which is now the exclusive focus of this respected jewelry appraisal practice. This background and experience combined with thorough training and continued educational development ensure that she is one of the most experienced appraisers in the Carlsbad / San Diego / Orange County area and is constantly striving to provide the most professional service at the highest level.

To discuss your appraisal requirements with Kathleen, please contact her by using the email and phone links at the top of this page.