A private CT scan service for antique dealers, museums, auction houses, private collectors and insurance assessment.

CT scans of important antiques, collectibles and artefacts provide a detailed 3D image analysis of the integrity and internal structure of valuable items.

Commonly requested reasons for scanning can include:

Assessment of suspected repairs and restoration
Guidance for archaeological excavation
Further assessment of internal integrity and structure
Assessment for ‘hidden’ unexpected internal features
Item authentication
Insurance purposes – documentation of item structure and integrity
Peace of mind
Documentation and archiving of a museum or personal collection
Image preparation for publication or promotion
To create an image for 3D printing

CT scans can assess the entire piece – without causing damage to items.

They can reveal important internal findings that may otherwise be hidden or unknown.

A CT scan may provide an ‘internal signature’ helping identify and authenticate a highly valued piece.

Materials that are able to be scanned may include:

wood
stone
terracotta
clay
bone
ivory
some metals (depending on density)

We provide a discrete private CT scan service for your needs, utilising the latest CT scanning technology for your important pieces and antiquities.

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A private CT scan service for antique dealers, museums, auction houses, private collectors and insurance assessment.

CT scans of important antiques, collectibles and artefacts provide a detailed 3D image analysis of the integrity and internal structure of valuable items.

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