Our specimens are collected with the academic buyer in mind, as we document our digs in a variety of ways. Photographs are taken both in the field and the lab. Stratigraphic and taphonomic work is performed. Each site is carefully mapped. Collateral fossils are collected. All of the documentation you would expect from an academic dig and more are provided to the buyer. Clear title to each specimen is also guaranteed, as we are licensed to collect on private ranches in several states. Site visits are also freely offered for gathering additional information on any specimen acquired.

Our policy has always been that any fossil vertebrate considered scientifically significant is reserved for acquisition by a pubic institution as part of a permanent collection. We also recognize that there is some room for interpretation of the term “scientifically significant” as a clear definition does not exist. In light of this fact, we restrict the availability of any skeleton having particularly unique characteristics to institutional buyers. Unless otherwise noted, purchase of any specimen includes scientific publishing rights, but TPI retains the commercial casting rights on all specimens sold.