Antiques and Antiquities laboratories may also do the following tests:

Provenance Verification: Researching the history of an item to verify its origins and authenticity Testing
Material Analysis: Using techniques like X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and infrared spectroscopy to identify the materials and age of an object Testing
Condition Assessment: Detailed examination to assess the condition Testing
including signs of wear Testing
repairs Testing
and alterations Testing
Carbon-14 Dating: For ancient artifacts Testing
determining the age of organic materials through radiocarbon dating Testing