About GemVal Gemstones & Jewellery Valuations

What we do

We are independent valuers of jewellery and gemstones, this is the extent of what we do. We do not buy or sell jewellery and we do not act for any insurance companies.

Our range of jewellery valuations includes:

Jewellery Valuation For Insurance
Deceased Estate
Proof Of Ownership
Divorce Settlement
Retail Values
Loss Assessment
Gemmology

Type of items evaluated

The range of items we evaluate is quite extensive; from unset gemstones, pearls and opals and through the range of rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, brooches to antique Chalices.

If you are unsure whether the type of item you have can be valued, just contact Janet and she can happily assess it for you.

About – GemVal

GemVal was originally founded by Chris Evans in 2009. She has always had a love of jewellery and an interest in gemstones. For many years her family took holidays and long weekends at the gem–fields in Central Queensland, way out in the bush at a place called Tomahawk Creek. The Central Queensland fields are where most of Australian Sapphires originate. Other precious stones like zircon, ruby and diamonds are found there. This love founded her desire to become a gemmologist and then become a valuer and hence GemVal was born.

She has been privileged to see many glorious and unusual pieces of jewellery, some stunning gemstones, a beautiful chalice from one of the local churches and even what someone thought was a dinosaur egg! She was always humbled that people were willing to put their trust in her by bringing to her their most precious of items.

GemVal has succeeded and her desire to see it grow has enabled me (Janet Young) to come on board, I have worked with her for several years and have now bought the GemVal business.

About Me – Janet Young

My interest in gemmology stems from my personal experience of the gem fields and the reward of digging and finding my own precious stones. Which was only made possible due to the unexpected pleasure of meeting Chris and Dave who helped in bringing this all about.

I passed my Gemmology Appraiser course and then did my Registered gemmologist appraiser course and thereby made a career change late in life into my dream job. I am currently studying again for my FGAA. I have also completed the practical diamond grading course through the GAA (Gemmological Association of Australia).

I am extremely passionate about my work. I have since realised I have a lifetime of learning ahead of me as the dynamics of this industry changes and develops - so exciting!

Clients are welcome to relax in my lab, which is perfect to do my appraisals in as it has all the up to date equipment to better value your precious items, the pristine white walls do not interfere with the colour of your precious gemstones and diamonds. Or they may wish to browse the nearby shops until their valuation is complete.

GemVal gemstone and jewellery valuations provide a comprehensive jewellery and appraisal service for private clients.

This appraisal practice is focused exclusively on preparing identification and valuation reports for unset gemstones and jewellery.

We do not accept remuneration from Insurance Companies, Brokers, Lawyers, or any other associated industries. By strictly adhering to this policy we remain totally independent, unbiased, and objective. When you bring your precious items to me for valuations, I work exclusively for you!

We offer off street parking available, wheelchair access and are strictly by appointment only.

WE believe in one on one liaisons so ring me now!

Call Janet: 0408665896.