MEET OUR TEAM
We are expert buyers with over 250+ years of combined experience.
Co-owners Craig and Todd attend every event with an esteemed group of guest buyers who bring decades of elite-level experience and knowledge to every sale. Our buying group is a team of top experts in luxury and rare goods, giving you confidence in who you’re selling to and the value you'll receive.
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Craig Evan Small
CO-OWNER & BUYER
Craig has appeared on 22 seasons of Antiques Roadshow and brings over 35 years of experience in the retail and wholesale jewelry trade. He serves as a consultant to jewelry stores nationwide and is a highly skilled buyer of top-brand signed vintage jewelry. Renowned for his expertise, Craig is well-versed in antique fine jewelry and gems from all eras.
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Todd Tyra
CO-OWNER & BUYER
Todd is an Antiques Roadshow watch expert and has 35 years of experience running one of North America’s largest jewelry buying event companies. His diverse expertise spans several categories including historic early Native American artifacts, famous maker silver, signed Tiffany and Handel lamps, certified and graded coins, collectible U.S. currency and modern, fine watches.
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Brian Witherell
BUYER
Brian Witherell has been a sought-after appraiser since he began touring on T.V.'s Antiques Roadshow in 1997. He now owns and operates Witherell Auction House in Sacramento specializing in firearms, western Americana and 19th-century furniture.
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Stuart Palestrant
BUYER
As an American Gem Society Certified Gemologist Appraiser, Stuart brings over 50 years of experience in the buying and selling industry. The retired owner of Wendel’s Diamond Jewelers, he is an expert in diamonds, gemstones, gold, fine jewelry, watches, coins, and sterling silver.
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Jon Palestrant
BUYER
With over 30 years of experience in the jewelry industry, Jon is a third-generation jeweler and earned the title of Graduate Gemologist from GIA in 1997. He specializes in fine jewelry, diamonds, coins, and collectible watches and is the current owner of Wendel’s Diamond Jewelers in Ohio.
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Joel Bigelman
BUYER
Joel, a GIA-trained Graduate Gemologist, has 28 years of experience in buying and selling estate jewelry. A third-generation jeweler, he specializes in diamonds, as well as vintage, period, modern, and signature pieces.
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Greg Schneider
BUYER
Greg is an expert in rare coins of all metals, rare currency, and precious metal bullion, including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. His expertise extends to rare documents, autographs, and collectibles, with a focus on presidential and political items, vintage sports memorabilia, and classic Hollywood artifacts. A seasoned collector and avid presidential historian for over 30 years, Greg has handled numerous extensive coin collections and archival documents.
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Krista Tyra
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & EVENTS
Krista is co-owner Todd’s wife of 31 years and grew up in the antique business. Both of her parents were antique dealers and she has a keen eye for unique items. Krista attends all buying events to greet guests, check everyone in and answer any questions.
Please note: Krista is who answers all phone calls and schedules your appointments!
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Barbara Cowdery
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Barbara is co-owner Craig’s partner for several years and has since spent significant time in the jewelry, precious metals and watch industry. Alongside Krista, Barbara will be at buying events to greet guests and help ensure every person has a great experience.
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Christian Vaughan
MEDIA MANAGER & SUPPORT STAFF
Christian will be at buying events to help carry in heavy items, direct you to the waiting area, serve refreshments and assist in answering your questions for the duration of your time at the event.