Twenty years of handling ancient objects, writing about the past, and making history accessible. Here's how I can help.
Professional authentication and valuation for ancient artifacts. From Roman coins to Egyptian amulets, I provide detailed assessments with historical context, market valuation, and authentication analysis.
Engaging talks on ancient history, artifact authentication, lost technologies, and the archaeology of wine. I make complex material accessible without dumbing it down.
Expert consultation for content creators, writers, filmmakers, and game developers who need ancient history done right. From fact-checking scripts to building historically accurate worlds.
Freelance articles, guest columns, and commissioned essays on ancient history, archaeology, wine culture, and the artifact trade. Published-ready content with rigorous sourcing.
Every artifact has a story. I help you understand yours — whether it's a family heirloom, an estate find, or a new acquisition.
A preliminary opinion on your artifact via photo.
Detailed written report with valuation and historical context.
Comprehensive authentication with provenance research.
Practical guides from two decades of handling artifacts and studying the ancient world.
A practical handbook for identifying genuine artifacts. Materials analysis, patina assessment, forgery red flags, and a complete authentication checklist.
Get the GuideFrom Mesopotamian temple vineyards to Roman lead wine, the 8,000-year story of humanity's favorite drink. Includes tasting notes for wines you can still buy.
Get the BookProfessional-grade recording templates for site visits, artifact observations, museum research, and more. Print-ready, field-tested.
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