A Relationship Built on Experience

Gornbein Refining is a local, owner-led precious-metals business serving pawn shops, jewelers, estate buyers, gold buyers, and individual sellers. We combine personal attention with the industry knowledge of Norman Gornbein, whose experience spans more than 35 years in the pawn industry and 20 years in precious-metals refining. Norman’s decades of industry experience help shape our approach to evaluation, refining, and client service.

You work directly with the owner and receive a clear explanation of your material’s weight, purity, spot price, payout rate, and final settlement. We take time to understand your needs, answer your questions, and make the process straightforward. Our goal is to earn your repeat business through responsive service, careful handling, and consistent, fair treatment.