From mine to refinery.
GemAria sources mined gold from producers abroad and organises its delivery to refiners in Switzerland, with the same requirement of traceability and transparency as for precious stones.
Know the material before shipping it
The expert’s eye applied to metal: examine, verify, document.
Examination of the material
Observation of the lot, appearance, consistency and first useful indications before any commitment.
Document review
Consistency check of the origin, mining and export documents supplied by the producer.
Indicative valuation
An order of magnitude based on market prices and declared characteristics, subject to assay.
Assay coordination
The final fineness is determined by the refiner at melting and assay: GemAria follows it through.
A short, documented chain
From producer to Swiss refiner, every step is framed and traced.
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Supplier identification
Search for and verification of producers: identity, mining titles, reputation.
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Purchase framework
Terms set out in writing: quantities, pricing method, required documents, timeline.
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Logistics and customs
Coordination of transport and import declarations in Switzerland.
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Delivery to the refiner
Delivery of the material to a Swiss refiner and follow-up until final settlement.
Five steps, from mine to refinery
Supplier
Identification and verification of the producer.
Verification
Examination of the material and documents.
Documentation
Origin, export and compliance file.
Transport
Shipping and import declaration.
Refining
Melting, assay by the refiner and settlement.
Professional clients only. GemAria does not sell bars or coins to the public. This activity is intended for producers, refiners and trade professionals. Prices, quantities and terms are set case by case.
What is required before any transaction
A transaction only goes ahead if all of these elements are in place. Otherwise, it does not take place.
Identified supplier
Identity of the producer or trading house, mining titles and export authorisations from the producing country.
Documented origin
Consistent origin, export and transport documents for every lot.
Due diligence
Screening against international sanctions, high-risk areas and supply routes, in line with international standards.
Swiss compliance
Import declaration and compliance with Swiss law on precious metals and anti-money laundering.
Working with the refiner
Refining is carried out in Switzerland by refiners holding the licences required under the Precious Metals Control Act, who apply their own origin and compliance checks.
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File prepared in advance
The compliance file is sent to the refiner before shipment, for approval.
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Assay by the refiner
Melting, assay and final fineness are established by the refiner; GemAria follows it through.
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Transparent settlement
Settlement is based on the fine weight determined by the refiner and the terms agreed in writing.
A non-negotiable requirement
Supplier identification, documented origin, due diligence in line with international standards and compliance with Swiss law on precious metals control and anti-money laundering.