Geolat Appraisal FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Geolat Appraisal Services
 Q. Will I take my appraisal home with me?
A. No. You will receive your written appraisal in the mail in two to three weeks. You will receive two complete copies of your appraisal, along with digital photographs.
Q. Do I have to leave my jewelry?
A. No. You may schedule an appointment and can wait for the appraisal to be completed. Difficult-to-identify items may require you to leave the item in order for research to be done and a proper appraisal created.
Q. Do you have to take the stones out of the mounting to perform the appraisal?
A. No, we don’t. However, if there is a concern about the quality of the piece (compared to the purchase description), we may ask your permission to do so.
Q. How much will my appraisal cost?
A. Our fees are based on time. If you would like an exact dollar amount, you may ask for a quote before your appraisal begins. One way to economize is to bring all available paperwork regarding your property to our office at one time. This will reduce the amount of research we will have to complete and save you time and money.
Q. What should I bring to my appraisal?
A. Any receipts, certification, old appraisals or miscellaneous information that you may have.
Q. If I have a valuable item I would like to sell, but am concerned I won’t be able to sell it for what it is worth, can you help me?
A. Yes! We offer Brokerage Services that are aimed at getting you the best possible price for your item.
Q. Do you take credit cards?
A. No. Although we do not have provisions for credit cards, we will gladly accept cash or a personal check at the end of your visit.
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Learn more about the Geolat & Associates appraisal process. Whether you stay with your or your client's property while it is appraised, or leave it with us, after appropriate insurance and release forms are finalized, the Geolat appraisal process ensures you of accurate and professional results. 
Learn more about Geolat Mondial brokerage and bidding processes, for the sale of your or your clients' fine jewelry, gemstones and timepieces. After signing appropriate valuation, insurance and release forms, we will use our trademarked Geolat Private Treaty Auction to garner the highest prices possible for your valuables. 
Patti Geolat, founder and CEO of Geolat Companies, is a widely known authority on the appraisal, brokerage and sale of fine jewelry. Her clientele includes many of the top jewelry houses globally, as well an extensive network of private and industry collectors. She has a distinguished reputation for excellence, confidentiality and ethical behavior in the private world of jewelry and gemstones, giving her access at the highest levels . . . 