✦ Manifesto
Connecting discoveries to those who value them most
“Fossils aren’t commodities.
They’re time capsules that deserve reverence from ground to exhibition”
Ann Liere, founder of Simoneko
✦ What we stand for
To present a true dinosaur fossil is to carry a story that began millions of years ago — not one of possession, but of guardianship.
These are not commodities, but echoes of vanished worlds. Presenting them is both a responsibility and a rare honor.
It is, also, an homage to the diggers…
Who work with precision and persistence, often in silence and solitude, to bring these fragments of prehistory back into the light.
It is a tribute to the scientists…
Whose insight gives shape and meaning to bones long buried, helping us to better understand not just what lived, but what has been lost.
It is a commitment to the collector…
To offer thoughtful guidance with clarity and integrity, for acquiring a fossil is more than a transaction; it is a gesture of care, a pledge to preserve.
At Simoneko, we see each fossil as a bridge across epochs – a quiet link connecting past and present, earth and imagination. To handle them is not just a privilege, but a shared responsibility – one we hold with those who reveal, study, and safeguard their stories.”
Ann Liere, founder of Simoneko
Scientific integrity first
Every fossil is authenticated by experts and presented with documentation attesting to its completeness and legal provenance. No exceptions, no compromises.
Fair trade & transparency, always
Diggers — and more broadly, fossil sellers — are partners, not suppliers. Fair pricing, honoring commitments, professionalism, and transparent communication ensure ethical, responsible, and therefore sustainable transactions.
Absolute commitment to confidentiality
Whether you are a seller or a buyer, your confidentiality is fully guaranteed. No public communication will ever be made -unless it is your explicit wish – and no client information is ever shared with anyone. Discretion is at the heart of every transaction we handle.
Responsible stewardship & long-term vision
We guide every transaction with a long-term perspective — considering the educational, scientific, and cultural impact of each acquisition.