I cannot certify all Roman and Byzantine coins. If this should happen in your case this does not necessarily mean that I question the piece as inauthentic but may simply reveal an area wherein I feel unable to provide full conviction in my opinion regarding the specimen. While this should account for only a small minority of the coins I come across I prefer to work under full disclosure. To this end I request that any client considering submitting their coins please review them with me by email to minimize any chances of rejection. Naturally, there is no charge for a coin I do not certify. In the unlikely event that a coin I do certify is later deemed by an expert to be false I will upon your request make the coin description available to the community and refund all fees, including shipping.

The cost for this service is $25 in addition to the cost of mailing them to and from my location. Turnaround times are generally within two or three days of receipt. Registered mail is very strongly recommended for any coins sent and is my preferred method of returning them. However, I am flexible for other options. Coins in my care are covered under business insurance. Insurance for the coins en route will be provided by your carrier and at your expense and discretion. I will be able to provide a better idea of turnaround times and any other details at the time of your first contact.