Our Authentication Process

At The Realest, authenticity is at the heart of everything we do. We work directly with athletes, artists, teams, studios and other trusted partners to establish provenance at the source, so collectors can buy with confidence. Every item we authenticate is backed by technology, firsthand verification and a documented chain of custody.

Our authentication process combines innovative technology, firsthand verification, and a documented chain of custody to protect the integrity of every item.

IRIS: The New Standard in Authentication

Authentication used to document history. IRIS witnesses it.

IRIS is The Realest’s advanced authentication technology, designed to establish an item’s identity before use and create a detailed digital record of its history.

Before a jersey ever takes the field, IRIS knows it. From that moment on, every step of its journey is captured as it happens, down to the second, creating a record no photo or signature could ever replace. Each item carries a permanent identity that stays with it for life.

The result is a single digital record that shows exactly where an item has been and how it got to you. Backed by our on-site authenticators and a documented chain of custody, it’s authentication you don’t have to take anyone’s word for.

Certified by The Realest

Not every extraordinary piece of memorabilia comes directly from its original source. Through Certified by The Realest, we extend our authentication expertise to select collectibles from private owners, helping preserve their history and bring them to market with confidence.

Certified by The Realest brings together an item's provenance, ownership history, documentation, photo matches, and other supporting evidence to create a detailed record of its story. By organizing and preserving this information, we help establish a clearer picture of each collectible's history and authenticity.

Each Certified item receives a Certified by The Realest designation and a detailed digital dossier documenting its represented history and available supporting evidence. Collectors can explore the documentation, examine the evidence, and form their own opinions, bringing greater transparency and confidence to every purchase.

By combining documented evidence, detailed digital records, and our commitment to authenticity, Certified by The Realest brings greater trust and transparency to collectibles beyond those authenticated directly at their source.

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