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 evaluation. 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 market value you'll receive.

  • 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 and watch trade. He serves as a consultant to jewelry stores nationwide and is a highly skilled buyer of top-brand signed jewelry and wrist watches. Renowned for his expertise, Craig is well-versed in antique fine jewelry, gems and time pieces from all eras.

  • Todd Tyra

    CO-OWNER & BUYER

    Todd is a former 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.

  • 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 Civil War items, vintage advertising items, firearms, historic memorabilia, and western Americana. Brian only attends select events; please call to verify if he will be at a show in your area.

  • Adam Anapolsky

    BUYER

    A Sacramento native, Adam is a Graduate Gemologist who has worked for 25 years as a fourth generation pawnbroker at his family’s business that opened in 1909. Now, Adam is the General Manager of Annex Auctions, a subsidiary of Witherell Auctions. His expertise expands across many collectible areas including pre-1960’s sports memorabilia, trading cards & comics, and designer goods. Adam only attends select events; please call to verify if he will be at a show in your area.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 of fine jewelry.

  • 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.

  • Louis Briscoe

    BUYER

    Louis Briscoe is the owner of Louis and Company LLC in Beverly Hills and a globally respected authority in fine watches and jewelry. With over 40 years of experience, he specializes in identifying value in rare vintage timepieces and ultra-fine lady's watches sourced from European and Middle Eastern markets. Trusted by private collectors, department stores, and international buyers across the US and Asia, Louis delivers unmatched expertise, honest evaluations, and competitive offers for single pieces and entire collections.

  • Krista Tyra

    DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & EVENTS

    Krista grew up in the antique business and is co-owner Todd’s wife of 32 years. She has considerable knowledge in luxury goods and she has a keen eye for unique items. Krista is your first point of contact when you call to book your appointment with our company and she attends all buying events to greet guests and answer any questions.

  • Barbara Cowdery

    ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

    Barbara has spent significant time in the jewelry, precious metals and watch industry. Barbara will be at buying events to greet guests and help ensure every person has a great experience.

  • Christian Vaughan

    MEDIA MANAGER & SUPPORT STAFF

    Christian is our media manager and event check out person. He previously worked in NYC at a marketing agency as a Strategist and has a background in media management.

  • Julie Miller

    ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT & CONSULTANT

    Julie Miller is a dealer in historic Native American artifacts and jewelry, based in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  Julie along with her father operated Sherwoods Spirit Of America in Santa Fe. Additionally, Julie recently became Executive Director of ATADA, which is the Authentic Tribal Art Dealers Association.

  • Al Fadhel

    SECURITY

    Al served as an interpreter for the United States armed services while in Iraq and represents a premier security and public services firm. Having dedicated his career to the security industry since 2009, Al brings extensive experience in delivering professional, reliable, and respectful protection. As a security company owner, Al takes great pride in maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence and elite customer care. Al is always available to assist visitors—whether that means answering questions, helping with heavy items, or providing any other support required to ensure your experience is both safe and comfortable.

  • Sylvester (Sly) Brooks

    SECURITY

    Sylvester (Sly) Brooks, owner of Sly's Security Services has over 30 years of experience in investigations, law enforcement, security and the criminal justice system. They hold significant knowledge of state legislation within a law enforcement/security setting. Sly's Security provides experienced, retired or off-duty law enforcement officers with concealed weapons permits.