For families who want to know everything about their line
Five premium turn-key programmes. Deep archive research and the finished artefacts that make a family story tangible: book, tree, arms, film, expeditions.
«When noble descent is confirmed, an enormous body of sources opens up. The Heraldic archives can carry the line back to the 11th century».Pavel Ovchinnikov · founder of the centre
Five premium programmes
Each package combines research and finished artefacts. The higher the tier, the deeper the research and the rarer the objects we craft for you. Final pricing is set after the intake consultation and lives on our VIP site.
Silver Relic
- ◆Research across 4 family branches, 100-year depth
- ◆200–300-page report
- ◆Family book (Standard binding)
- ◆Family tree printed on A1 canvas
- ◆Digital archive on USB drive
- ◆Monthly progress reports
- ◆Dedicated project curator
Gold Relic
- ◆Research across all branches, 200-year depth
- ◆300–500-page report
- ◆Family book (Premium binding)
- ◆Hand-painted A0 family tree
- ◆Family coat of arms with blazon
- ◆Family history film, 15 minutes
- ◆Presentation box
- ◆On-site presentation of results
- ◆Two extra copies of the book
Platinum Relic
- ◆Maximum depth across every branch
- ◆Expeditions to ancestral villages and towns
- ◆Family book (VIP, bespoke design)
- ◆Hand-painted tree plus jewellery-grade panel
- ◆Full-length film, 30+ minutes
- ◆Family arms with state registry entry
- ◆Hand-carved wooden casket
- ◆Five copies of the book
- ◆Lifetime tree updates
- ◆Priority access to senior experts
Heritage
- ◆Dynastic-scale research across every branch
- ◆Bespoke artefact set (book, tree, arms, film)
- ◆Multiple archive expeditions in Russia and abroad
- ◆In-house team of 5–7 genealogists on the project
- ◆Brand book of the family identity
- ◆Scope and deliverables tailored to your family story
Domain
- ◆The most comprehensive programme we run
- ◆Unlimited depth where archival sources allow
- ◆Family museum concept and curatorial guidance
- ◆Publication of a scholarly monograph on the family
- ◆International expeditions and on-site filming
- ◆Inheritance-grade artefacts, hand-finished
What sits inside each tier
Silver, Gold and Platinum compared. Heritage and Domain are bespoke programmes — scope is agreed individually after the first conversation.
| Parameter | Silver | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research depth | 100 years (4 branches) | 200 years (all branches) | Maximum (all branches) |
| Report length | 200–300 pp. | 300–500 pp. | 500+ pp. |
| Family book | Standard | Premium | VIP (bespoke) |
| Family tree | A1 canvas | Hand-painted A0 | Painted + panel |
| Coat of arms | — | With blazon | Plus state registry |
| Family film | — | 15 minutes | 30+ minutes |
| Book copies | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Expeditions | — | — | Included |
| Tree updates | 1 year | 3 years | Lifetime |
| Timeline | 12–18 mo. | 18–24 mo. | 24–36 mo. |
What you take home
Every VIP package ships with physical artefacts of premium quality, produced in our own printing house in St Petersburg.
Six stages of a VIP project
From the first conversation with Pavel to the final on-site presentation. Each stage ends with a deliverable you can hold.
Intake
A working session with Pavel Ovchinnikov. Detailed family interview. Review of your home archive. Goals and priorities agreed.
1–2 weeksReconnaissance
Open-source check. Archives identified. A team of three to five genealogists assembled for the project.
2–4 weeksDeep search
Work in archives across 19 countries. Parish registers, revision lists, departmental funds. Progress reports every two weeks.
6–24 monthsComposition
Biographies drafted. Book typeset. Tree painted on canvas. Coat of arms designed. Film edited.
3–6 monthsProduction
Book printed in our own printing house. Casket or presentation box hand-finished. Gift set assembled.
1–2 monthsPresentation
On-site presentation with the full set of artefacts. Ceremonial handover to your family.
1 dayAbout the VIP programmes
How is a VIP package different from a standard research project?
A VIP package is a turn-key programme. You receive the research itself plus the finished artefacts: family book, painted tree, coat of arms, family film. A dedicated team of three to five genealogists works on your case. You get a personal curator and an on-site presentation when the work is complete.
Can a VIP package be paid in instalments?
Yes. Payment is tied to project milestones. The usual split is 30% upfront, 30% after the archive phase, 40% on delivery of all artefacts. We agree the schedule with you at the intake consultation.
Which package do you usually recommend?
Gold Relic. It is the working balance between research depth (200 years across every branch) and the artefact set (book, tree, arms, film). About 70% of our VIP clients choose this one.
What do the Platinum expeditions actually include?
Travel to ancestral villages, towns and burial sites. Professional photo and video capture. Interviews with local residents and historians. Visits to cemeteries and churches. All of the footage is woven into the final film.
Can I add options to the Silver package?
Yes, any package can be extended. You can add arms, a film, extra book copies, an expedition. We price additions individually. In many cases it is more economical to move up a tier.
Ready to recover the story of your family?
Book a consultation with a specialist. Pavel Ovchinnikov will discuss the case in person and help you pick the right package. About half an hour with a genealogist.