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About The Realest: Next Gen Authentication Standard
Sourcing items directly from artists and athletes, and powered by cutting edge authentication technology, we are making it easier for collectors and fans to own the most trusted collectibles in the world.
The most comprehensive authentication system in the industry
Our witness-based authentication paired with sophisticated label technology and both overt and covert markings ensures the provenance of every item.
Our Industry Leading Authentication Process
With increasingly sophisticated scam artists and forgers, protecting the integrity of physical memorabilia is more crucial than ever. At The Realest, we've taken a proactive stance against fraud. We only source items directly in partnership with artists, athletes, teams, and studios. We do NOT accept any items from third parties.
Our Holograms
Gold:
Guaranteed to be used by an artist or athlete, these items are witnessed and collected directly from the source at a live event where a TRuEST™ Authenticator is present. They remain within the Authenticator’s line of sight from usage to collection to sale. Only items that undergo this level of scrutiny receive our Gold authentication hologram.
Silver:
Guaranteed to be owned by an artist or athlete, these items are received directly from the individual themselves or through highly trusted partners with direct ties to the original source. Often collected from verified archives and estates, these items are marked with a Silver authentication hologram, distinguishing them from our Gold items. While we guarantee the quality and legitimacy of all our items, the Silver hologram denotes a different level of provenance.
Frequently asked questions
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Our mission is to establish a new authentication standard and marketplace for straight-from-the-source for entertainment memorabilia. We allow fans and collectors to easily and safely purchase genuine pieces of history while also offering a new revenue stream to artists, athletes and other partners.
Authentication is at the core of The Realest. Every item is sourced directly from trusted partners, artists, and athletes, then verified through witness-based authentication whenever possible, covert marking, and proprietary multi-layer review. Backed by decades of expertise and immutable blockchain records, this process preserves each item’s authenticity and provenance over time.
We have established relationships with a wide array of partners, including artists, managers, athletes, teams; some of whom are not accessible through any other channel. This exclusivity not only makes our offering unique but also ensures the legitimacy of the items we auction. It's nearly impossible to find these pieces elsewhere because they come directly from the hands of our partners.