Prohibited & Restricted Items Policy
AntiqList – Prohibited & Restricted Items Policy
Last Updated: 07 September 2026
Version: 1
Legal Name: AntiqList
Address: Yenişafak Mah. Merkezefendi Denizli / Türkiye
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.antiqlist.com/
1. Purpose
This Prohibited & Restricted Items Policy explains which products, materials, objects, and services may not be listed, advertised, sold, transferred, or promoted through AntiqList.
Because AntiqList is focused on antiques, collectibles, historical objects, vintage goods, and related items, certain categories may be subject to special legal, cultural, environmental, intellectual property, safety, or import/export restrictions.
This Policy is intended to protect users and the integrity of the AntiqList marketplace.
It should be read together with the AntiqList Terms of Use and Marketplace Rules / Listing Policy.
2. General Rule
Users may only list items that they are legally entitled to advertise and sell and that are permitted under applicable law and AntiqList policies.
An item may be prohibited or restricted even if:
It is described as an antique.
It is historically significant.
It is collectible.
It is privately owned.
It was legally acquired in the past.
It is legal in the seller's country.
It is legal to possess but not legal to sell or export.
Sellers are responsible for determining whether an item may legally be advertised, sold, transferred, shipped, imported, or exported.
3. Completely Prohibited Items
Unless AntiqList expressly states otherwise, the following categories are prohibited from being listed:
3.1 Stolen Property
Items that are known or reasonably suspected to be stolen, unlawfully obtained, or subject to an unresolved ownership claim may not be listed.
This includes property:
Stolen from individuals.
Stolen from museums.
Stolen from galleries.
Stolen from religious institutions.
Stolen from archaeological sites.
Stolen from government collections.
Stolen from private collections.
Obtained through burglary or robbery.
3.2 Looted Archaeological Objects
Items suspected of being unlawfully excavated, looted, or removed from archaeological sites are prohibited.
This includes archaeological objects where the seller cannot reasonably establish lawful ownership or provenance when such documentation is required.
3.3 Counterfeit Items
Counterfeit products and deceptive imitations are prohibited.
Examples include:
Counterfeit branded goods.
Fake designer products.
Fake signatures.
Forged certificates.
Forged historical documents.
Fake maker's marks.
Counterfeit coins.
Counterfeit medals.
Fake stamps.
Fake collectibles.
Artificially manufactured provenance.
3.4 Forged Historical Materials
The following are prohibited when falsely represented as authentic:
Historical manuscripts.
Letters.
Government documents.
Military documents.
Maps.
Diplomas.
Certificates.
Autographs.
Signatures.
Historical photographs.
Archival materials.
Other historical records.
3.5 Illegal Drugs and Controlled Substances
Illegal drugs, controlled substances, drug paraphernalia intended for unlawful use, and products prohibited by applicable law may not be listed.
3.6 Explosives and Incendiary Devices
Explosives, incendiary devices, bombs, grenades, explosive components, and other prohibited explosive materials are not permitted.
3.7 Illegal Weapons
Illegal or prohibited weapons may not be listed.
This includes, where prohibited by applicable law:
Illegal firearms.
Illegal ammunition.
Prohibited automatic weapons.
Explosive weapons.
Illegal weapon components.
Unlawful military weapons.
Other regulated weapons whose sale or transfer is prohibited.
3.8 Human Remains
Human remains and products containing human remains are prohibited unless a specific lawful exception is expressly permitted by applicable law and AntiqList.
Examples may include:
Human bones.
Human skulls.
Human tissue.
Human organs.
Human body parts.
AntiqList may restrict historically or scientifically significant materials even where legal status is uncertain.
4. Cultural Heritage and Archaeological Materials
AntiqList may prohibit or restrict:
Archaeological artifacts.
Ancient sculptures.
Ancient coins.
Antiquities from archaeological sites.
Religious artifacts.
Sacred objects.
Burial objects.
Ancient manuscripts.
Cultural heritage objects.
Objects originating from protected archaeological sites.
The mere description of an object as an "antique" does not establish that it can legally be sold.
Where an item may be considered cultural property or archaeological material, sellers may be required to provide sufficient provenance or legal documentation.
5. Illegal Export or Import
Items that were illegally exported or imported may not be listed.
This may include objects that were:
Exported without required authorization.
Imported without required authorization.
Smuggled across borders.
Transferred in violation of cultural property laws.
Transported contrary to applicable customs restrictions.
AntiqList may restrict a listing where the legal history of an item cannot reasonably be established.
6. Protected Wildlife and Endangered Species Materials
Certain antiques and collectibles may contain materials derived from protected or endangered species.
Depending on applicable law, prohibited or restricted materials may include:
Elephant ivory.
Rhinoceros horn.
Tortoiseshell.
Protected coral.
Certain exotic animal skins.
Protected feathers.
Protected bones.
Other materials derived from endangered or protected species.
The age of an object does not automatically remove applicable wildlife restrictions.
Sellers are responsible for verifying whether the material may legally be sold or transferred.
AntiqList may prohibit listings where legality cannot reasonably be demonstrated.
7. Animal Products and Taxidermy
Taxidermy specimens, preserved animals, animal parts, bones, skins, feathers, horns, teeth, shells, and similar materials may be restricted.
A listing may require information concerning:
Species.
Approximate age.
Origin.
Documentation.
Legal acquisition.
Applicable permits.
Import/export status.
AntiqList may remove such listings where legal status is unclear.
8. Coins and Currency
Coins, banknotes, tokens, medals, and similar collectibles may generally be listed where lawful.
However, prohibited listings may include:
Counterfeit currency.
Forged coins.
Altered currency intended to deceive.
Currency falsely represented as rare.
Stolen or unlawfully obtained numismatic items.
Items subject to cultural-property restrictions.
Sellers must accurately describe replicas, reproductions, fantasy pieces, and altered examples.
9. Religious and Sacred Objects
Religious, ceremonial, sacred, or culturally sensitive objects may be subject to special restrictions.
AntiqList may restrict or remove items where there are reasonable concerns that the object:
Was unlawfully removed from a religious institution.
Was stolen.
Is protected cultural heritage.
Has significant sacred or ceremonial restrictions.
Cannot lawfully be transferred.
Sellers must not misrepresent the cultural or religious significance of an item.
10. Military and Government Property
Government-owned, military-owned, police-owned, or otherwise restricted official property may not be listed where sale or transfer is prohibited.
This may include:
Government documents.
Official seals.
Restricted insignia.
Military equipment.
Restricted uniforms or equipment.
Government identification materials.
Official records.
Property bearing restricted markings.
Historical military collectibles may be permitted when lawfully owned and transferable.
11. Identification Documents and Personal Records
The following are generally prohibited:
Passports.
Identity cards.
Driver's licenses.
Residence permits.
Credit cards.
Bank cards.
Personal medical records.
Private financial records.
Unredacted personal documents.
Documents containing sensitive personal information offered without lawful authorization.
Historical documents containing personal information may also require appropriate redaction or legal authorization.
12. Personal Data and Privacy-Sensitive Materials
Listings must not expose another person's private information without a lawful basis or appropriate authorization.
This may include:
Private correspondence.
Personal addresses.
Telephone numbers.
Financial information.
Medical information.
Private photographs.
Passwords.
Account credentials.
Other confidential personal information.
AntiqList may remove content that creates an unreasonable privacy or safety risk.
13. Child Sexual Abuse Material and Exploitative Content
Any material involving the sexual exploitation or abuse of minors is strictly prohibited.
Users must not upload, publish, sell, request, distribute, or promote such material.
AntiqList may immediately restrict or remove relevant content and may report suspected illegal activity to competent authorities where required or appropriate.
14. Sexually Exploitative or Illegal Content
Illegal sexually exploitative material and content prohibited by applicable law may not be listed.
AntiqList may also restrict adult-oriented products or materials where they are inconsistent with the platform's permitted categories or applicable law.
15. Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Materials
Dangerous chemicals, toxic substances, radioactive materials, biological hazards, and other regulated hazardous materials may be prohibited.
Examples may include:
Toxic chemicals.
Radioactive materials.
Certain industrial chemicals.
Biological hazards.
Dangerous laboratory materials.
Illegal chemical substances.
Historical containers that previously held hazardous materials may also be restricted if they contain residual hazardous substances or create a safety risk.
16. Medical and Pharmaceutical Products
Prescription medicines, controlled medicines, unauthorized medical products, and regulated pharmaceutical substances may not be listed unless expressly permitted by AntiqList and applicable law.
Antique or collectible medical equipment may be permitted where:
It is lawful to sell.
It does not contain hazardous substances.
It is not being represented as a modern medical product.
Its historical nature is accurately described.
17. Recalled or Unsafe Products
Items subject to mandatory recalls, safety bans, or other applicable safety restrictions may not be listed where their sale is prohibited.
AntiqList may remove products that present a significant safety concern.
18. Fake Certificates and Authentication Documents
Fake, altered, forged, or misleading:
Certificates of authenticity.
Appraisal documents.
Auction records.
Provenance documents.
Expert reports.
Ownership documents.
Export certificates.
are prohibited.
Using a genuine document for a different item in a misleading manner is also prohibited.
19. Items With Misleading Historical Claims
Items may not be listed using false historical claims.
Examples include:
Claiming an object belonged to a famous historical person without evidence.
Claiming an object was used in a famous historical event without evidence.
Claiming museum provenance without documentation.
Claiming royal or aristocratic provenance without reasonable evidence.
Claiming an item is centuries old without reasonable basis.
When information is uncertain, sellers should clearly identify it as an estimate, attribution, belief, or unverified claim.
20. Reproductions and Replicas
Reproductions may be permitted where clearly identified.
They must not be presented as:
Original antiques.
Original historical artifacts.
Authentic period pieces.
Genuine museum pieces.
Original works by a named historical artist or maker.
Modern reproductions must be accurately categorized and described.
21. Artificially Aged Items
Items intentionally aged or modified to appear older than they are may not be represented as genuine historical objects.
Examples include:
Artificial patina.
Artificial oxidation.
Artificial wear.
Artificial cracking.
Artificial corrosion.
Artificially aged paper.
Artificially aged metal.
Artificially aged furniture.
Artificially aged ceramics.
If such an item is legally listed, its modern or artificially aged nature must be clearly disclosed.
22. Replicas of Intellectual Property
Unauthorized reproductions of copyrighted, trademarked, patented, or otherwise protected works may be prohibited.
This includes unauthorized:
Reproductions.
Copies.
Branded replicas.
Fake designer products.
Unauthorized artwork reproductions.
Unauthorized collectible reproductions.
Sellers are responsible for ensuring that their listings do not infringe third-party rights.
23. Gambling Equipment
Gambling equipment or devices that are illegal to sell, possess, operate, or transfer in the applicable jurisdiction may not be listed.
Historical gambling collectibles may be subject to additional restrictions depending on their functionality.
24. Stolen or Unlawfully Obtained Digital or Physical Assets
Items obtained through hacking, fraud, theft, unauthorized access, or other unlawful activity may not be listed.
This includes stolen:
Collectibles.
Digital assets.
Accounts.
Access credentials.
Private databases.
Personal information.
Digital documents.
25. Financial and Payment Instruments
The following are generally prohibited:
Stolen payment cards.
Bank account credentials.
Unauthorized financial instruments.
Counterfeit currency.
Fraudulent payment documents.
Financial account access information.
26. Services and Listings That Facilitate Illegal Activity
Users may not list products or services intended to facilitate unlawful conduct.
Examples include:
Fraud services.
Counterfeiting services.
Forgery services.
Document fabrication.
Identity theft services.
Unauthorized access services.
Smuggling services.
Illegal export/import services.
Theft-related services.
27. Fraudulent Investment or Guaranteed Profit Claims
AntiqList is a marketplace for antiques and collectibles, not an investment advisory service.
Listings must not falsely guarantee:
Investment returns.
Guaranteed appreciation.
Guaranteed resale value.
Guaranteed profit.
Guaranteed future market prices.
Sellers must not use fabricated valuations to encourage purchases.
28. Items Subject to Legal Disputes
AntiqList may restrict listings involving objects that are:
Subject to ownership disputes.
Subject to court proceedings.
Claimed by another person.
Claimed by an institution.
Subject to seizure.
Subject to a recovery request.
Listed as missing or stolen.
Users should not attempt to use AntiqList to circumvent legal proceedings or ownership claims.
29. Restricted Items
Some items may not be completely prohibited but may require additional review, documentation, or restrictions.
Examples may include:
Archaeological objects.
Cultural property.
Historical religious objects.
Certain weapons.
Military antiques.
Taxidermy.
Ivory and wildlife-related materials.
Historical human-associated materials.
Certain manuscripts and archival materials.
Items requiring export/import authorization.
Objects with uncertain provenance.
AntiqList may request supporting information before allowing such a listing to remain active.
30. Documentation Requirements
Where appropriate, AntiqList may request:
Proof of ownership.
Provenance records.
Authentication documents.
Purchase receipts.
Auction records.
Export permits.
Import documents.
Certificates.
Expert reports.
Additional photographs.
Other information reasonably necessary to evaluate compliance.
Providing false or altered documentation may result in immediate account action.
31. Listing Review and Enforcement
AntiqList may use automated tools, human review, user reports, or other reasonable methods to identify prohibited or restricted listings.
AntiqList may:
Reject a listing.
Remove a listing.
Restrict visibility.
Temporarily suspend a listing.
Request documentation.
Restrict account functionality.
Suspend an account.
Terminate an account.
Preserve information where legally permitted or required.
Cooperate with competent authorities where appropriate.
AntiqList is not required to provide advance notice where immediate action is reasonably necessary for safety, legal compliance, fraud prevention, or protection of the marketplace.
32. Reporting Prohibited Items
Users are encouraged to report listings that they reasonably believe violate this Policy.
Reports may concern:
Counterfeit goods.
Stolen property.
Illegal archaeological objects.
Illegal cultural property.
Prohibited weapons.
Protected wildlife materials.
Fraudulent documents.
Fake provenance.
Misleading authenticity claims.
Other prohibited products.
Reports should contain enough information to allow AntiqList to investigate the concern.
33. Seller Responsibility
Sellers remain responsible for determining whether their items comply with:
Applicable laws.
Import and export regulations.
Customs rules.
Cultural heritage laws.
Wildlife protection laws.
Consumer protection requirements.
Product safety requirements.
Intellectual property laws.
Tax requirements.
Other applicable regulations.
Listing an item on AntiqList does not establish that the item is legal to sell.
34. AntiqList Does Not Guarantee Legality or Authenticity
AntiqList provides a marketplace platform and does not automatically authenticate, appraise, verify ownership of, or certify every item listed by users.
The presence of a listing on AntiqList does not mean that AntiqList:
Endorses the item.
Guarantees its authenticity.
Guarantees its provenance.
Guarantees its legal status.
Guarantees the seller's ownership.
Guarantees the seller's representations.
Guarantees that the item may be imported or exported.
Users should conduct appropriate due diligence before completing a transaction.
Nothing in this Policy excludes or limits rights or obligations that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.
35. Consequences of Violations
Depending on the circumstances, violations may result in:
Listing removal.
Listing restriction.
Account warning.
Temporary account suspension.
Permanent account termination.
Restrictions on marketplace functionality.
Investigation.
Preservation of relevant information.
Referral to payment or service providers where appropriate.
Referral to competent authorities where legally required or appropriate.
Serious violations may result in immediate action.
36. No Circumvention
Users must not attempt to circumvent this Policy by:
Using alternative categories.
Changing item descriptions.
Using coded language.
Creating multiple accounts.
Moving prohibited items to external communications.
Re-listing removed items.
Misrepresenting the item's purpose.
Splitting one prohibited transaction into multiple listings.
AntiqList may take action against attempts to circumvent marketplace restrictions.
37. Policy Updates
AntiqList may update this Policy when necessary to reflect:
Changes in applicable law.
Changes in marketplace operations.
Emerging fraud risks.
New prohibited categories.
Safety concerns.
Changes in international trade requirements.
Changes in platform functionality.
The updated version will be published on the AntiqList website.
38. Relationship With Other Policies
This Policy should be read together with:
AntiqList Terms of Use.
Marketplace Rules / Listing Policy.
Privacy Policy.
Cookie Policy.
Seller Policy.
Buyer Safety Policy.
Intellectual Property Policy.
Notice & Takedown Policy.
Dispute Resolution Policy.
Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Community Guidelines.
Where mandatory applicable law provides a different requirement, the applicable legal requirement will prevail.
39. Contact
For questions regarding prohibited or restricted items, listing compliance, or suspected violations, contact:
AntiqList
Yenişafak Mah. Merkezefendi Denizli / Türkiye
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.antiqlist.com/
40. Effective Date
This Prohibited & Restricted Items Policy is effective as of 07 September 2026.
Version: 1
By using AntiqList, you agree to comply with this Policy and all other applicable AntiqList terms and policies.
Last Updated: 07 September 2026
Version: 1
Legal Name: AntiqList
Address: Yenişafak Mah. Merkezefendi Denizli / Türkiye
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.antiqlist.com/
1. Purpose
This Prohibited & Restricted Items Policy explains which products, materials, objects, and services may not be listed, advertised, sold, transferred, or promoted through AntiqList.
Because AntiqList is focused on antiques, collectibles, historical objects, vintage goods, and related items, certain categories may be subject to special legal, cultural, environmental, intellectual property, safety, or import/export restrictions.
This Policy is intended to protect users and the integrity of the AntiqList marketplace.
It should be read together with the AntiqList Terms of Use and Marketplace Rules / Listing Policy.
2. General Rule
Users may only list items that they are legally entitled to advertise and sell and that are permitted under applicable law and AntiqList policies.
An item may be prohibited or restricted even if:
It is described as an antique.
It is historically significant.
It is collectible.
It is privately owned.
It was legally acquired in the past.
It is legal in the seller's country.
It is legal to possess but not legal to sell or export.
Sellers are responsible for determining whether an item may legally be advertised, sold, transferred, shipped, imported, or exported.
3. Completely Prohibited Items
Unless AntiqList expressly states otherwise, the following categories are prohibited from being listed:
3.1 Stolen Property
Items that are known or reasonably suspected to be stolen, unlawfully obtained, or subject to an unresolved ownership claim may not be listed.
This includes property:
Stolen from individuals.
Stolen from museums.
Stolen from galleries.
Stolen from religious institutions.
Stolen from archaeological sites.
Stolen from government collections.
Stolen from private collections.
Obtained through burglary or robbery.
3.2 Looted Archaeological Objects
Items suspected of being unlawfully excavated, looted, or removed from archaeological sites are prohibited.
This includes archaeological objects where the seller cannot reasonably establish lawful ownership or provenance when such documentation is required.
3.3 Counterfeit Items
Counterfeit products and deceptive imitations are prohibited.
Examples include:
Counterfeit branded goods.
Fake designer products.
Fake signatures.
Forged certificates.
Forged historical documents.
Fake maker's marks.
Counterfeit coins.
Counterfeit medals.
Fake stamps.
Fake collectibles.
Artificially manufactured provenance.
3.4 Forged Historical Materials
The following are prohibited when falsely represented as authentic:
Historical manuscripts.
Letters.
Government documents.
Military documents.
Maps.
Diplomas.
Certificates.
Autographs.
Signatures.
Historical photographs.
Archival materials.
Other historical records.
3.5 Illegal Drugs and Controlled Substances
Illegal drugs, controlled substances, drug paraphernalia intended for unlawful use, and products prohibited by applicable law may not be listed.
3.6 Explosives and Incendiary Devices
Explosives, incendiary devices, bombs, grenades, explosive components, and other prohibited explosive materials are not permitted.
3.7 Illegal Weapons
Illegal or prohibited weapons may not be listed.
This includes, where prohibited by applicable law:
Illegal firearms.
Illegal ammunition.
Prohibited automatic weapons.
Explosive weapons.
Illegal weapon components.
Unlawful military weapons.
Other regulated weapons whose sale or transfer is prohibited.
3.8 Human Remains
Human remains and products containing human remains are prohibited unless a specific lawful exception is expressly permitted by applicable law and AntiqList.
Examples may include:
Human bones.
Human skulls.
Human tissue.
Human organs.
Human body parts.
AntiqList may restrict historically or scientifically significant materials even where legal status is uncertain.
4. Cultural Heritage and Archaeological Materials
AntiqList may prohibit or restrict:
Archaeological artifacts.
Ancient sculptures.
Ancient coins.
Antiquities from archaeological sites.
Religious artifacts.
Sacred objects.
Burial objects.
Ancient manuscripts.
Cultural heritage objects.
Objects originating from protected archaeological sites.
The mere description of an object as an "antique" does not establish that it can legally be sold.
Where an item may be considered cultural property or archaeological material, sellers may be required to provide sufficient provenance or legal documentation.
5. Illegal Export or Import
Items that were illegally exported or imported may not be listed.
This may include objects that were:
Exported without required authorization.
Imported without required authorization.
Smuggled across borders.
Transferred in violation of cultural property laws.
Transported contrary to applicable customs restrictions.
AntiqList may restrict a listing where the legal history of an item cannot reasonably be established.
6. Protected Wildlife and Endangered Species Materials
Certain antiques and collectibles may contain materials derived from protected or endangered species.
Depending on applicable law, prohibited or restricted materials may include:
Elephant ivory.
Rhinoceros horn.
Tortoiseshell.
Protected coral.
Certain exotic animal skins.
Protected feathers.
Protected bones.
Other materials derived from endangered or protected species.
The age of an object does not automatically remove applicable wildlife restrictions.
Sellers are responsible for verifying whether the material may legally be sold or transferred.
AntiqList may prohibit listings where legality cannot reasonably be demonstrated.
7. Animal Products and Taxidermy
Taxidermy specimens, preserved animals, animal parts, bones, skins, feathers, horns, teeth, shells, and similar materials may be restricted.
A listing may require information concerning:
Species.
Approximate age.
Origin.
Documentation.
Legal acquisition.
Applicable permits.
Import/export status.
AntiqList may remove such listings where legal status is unclear.
8. Coins and Currency
Coins, banknotes, tokens, medals, and similar collectibles may generally be listed where lawful.
However, prohibited listings may include:
Counterfeit currency.
Forged coins.
Altered currency intended to deceive.
Currency falsely represented as rare.
Stolen or unlawfully obtained numismatic items.
Items subject to cultural-property restrictions.
Sellers must accurately describe replicas, reproductions, fantasy pieces, and altered examples.
9. Religious and Sacred Objects
Religious, ceremonial, sacred, or culturally sensitive objects may be subject to special restrictions.
AntiqList may restrict or remove items where there are reasonable concerns that the object:
Was unlawfully removed from a religious institution.
Was stolen.
Is protected cultural heritage.
Has significant sacred or ceremonial restrictions.
Cannot lawfully be transferred.
Sellers must not misrepresent the cultural or religious significance of an item.
10. Military and Government Property
Government-owned, military-owned, police-owned, or otherwise restricted official property may not be listed where sale or transfer is prohibited.
This may include:
Government documents.
Official seals.
Restricted insignia.
Military equipment.
Restricted uniforms or equipment.
Government identification materials.
Official records.
Property bearing restricted markings.
Historical military collectibles may be permitted when lawfully owned and transferable.
11. Identification Documents and Personal Records
The following are generally prohibited:
Passports.
Identity cards.
Driver's licenses.
Residence permits.
Credit cards.
Bank cards.
Personal medical records.
Private financial records.
Unredacted personal documents.
Documents containing sensitive personal information offered without lawful authorization.
Historical documents containing personal information may also require appropriate redaction or legal authorization.
12. Personal Data and Privacy-Sensitive Materials
Listings must not expose another person's private information without a lawful basis or appropriate authorization.
This may include:
Private correspondence.
Personal addresses.
Telephone numbers.
Financial information.
Medical information.
Private photographs.
Passwords.
Account credentials.
Other confidential personal information.
AntiqList may remove content that creates an unreasonable privacy or safety risk.
13. Child Sexual Abuse Material and Exploitative Content
Any material involving the sexual exploitation or abuse of minors is strictly prohibited.
Users must not upload, publish, sell, request, distribute, or promote such material.
AntiqList may immediately restrict or remove relevant content and may report suspected illegal activity to competent authorities where required or appropriate.
14. Sexually Exploitative or Illegal Content
Illegal sexually exploitative material and content prohibited by applicable law may not be listed.
AntiqList may also restrict adult-oriented products or materials where they are inconsistent with the platform's permitted categories or applicable law.
15. Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Materials
Dangerous chemicals, toxic substances, radioactive materials, biological hazards, and other regulated hazardous materials may be prohibited.
Examples may include:
Toxic chemicals.
Radioactive materials.
Certain industrial chemicals.
Biological hazards.
Dangerous laboratory materials.
Illegal chemical substances.
Historical containers that previously held hazardous materials may also be restricted if they contain residual hazardous substances or create a safety risk.
16. Medical and Pharmaceutical Products
Prescription medicines, controlled medicines, unauthorized medical products, and regulated pharmaceutical substances may not be listed unless expressly permitted by AntiqList and applicable law.
Antique or collectible medical equipment may be permitted where:
It is lawful to sell.
It does not contain hazardous substances.
It is not being represented as a modern medical product.
Its historical nature is accurately described.
17. Recalled or Unsafe Products
Items subject to mandatory recalls, safety bans, or other applicable safety restrictions may not be listed where their sale is prohibited.
AntiqList may remove products that present a significant safety concern.
18. Fake Certificates and Authentication Documents
Fake, altered, forged, or misleading:
Certificates of authenticity.
Appraisal documents.
Auction records.
Provenance documents.
Expert reports.
Ownership documents.
Export certificates.
are prohibited.
Using a genuine document for a different item in a misleading manner is also prohibited.
19. Items With Misleading Historical Claims
Items may not be listed using false historical claims.
Examples include:
Claiming an object belonged to a famous historical person without evidence.
Claiming an object was used in a famous historical event without evidence.
Claiming museum provenance without documentation.
Claiming royal or aristocratic provenance without reasonable evidence.
Claiming an item is centuries old without reasonable basis.
When information is uncertain, sellers should clearly identify it as an estimate, attribution, belief, or unverified claim.
20. Reproductions and Replicas
Reproductions may be permitted where clearly identified.
They must not be presented as:
Original antiques.
Original historical artifacts.
Authentic period pieces.
Genuine museum pieces.
Original works by a named historical artist or maker.
Modern reproductions must be accurately categorized and described.
21. Artificially Aged Items
Items intentionally aged or modified to appear older than they are may not be represented as genuine historical objects.
Examples include:
Artificial patina.
Artificial oxidation.
Artificial wear.
Artificial cracking.
Artificial corrosion.
Artificially aged paper.
Artificially aged metal.
Artificially aged furniture.
Artificially aged ceramics.
If such an item is legally listed, its modern or artificially aged nature must be clearly disclosed.
22. Replicas of Intellectual Property
Unauthorized reproductions of copyrighted, trademarked, patented, or otherwise protected works may be prohibited.
This includes unauthorized:
Reproductions.
Copies.
Branded replicas.
Fake designer products.
Unauthorized artwork reproductions.
Unauthorized collectible reproductions.
Sellers are responsible for ensuring that their listings do not infringe third-party rights.
23. Gambling Equipment
Gambling equipment or devices that are illegal to sell, possess, operate, or transfer in the applicable jurisdiction may not be listed.
Historical gambling collectibles may be subject to additional restrictions depending on their functionality.
24. Stolen or Unlawfully Obtained Digital or Physical Assets
Items obtained through hacking, fraud, theft, unauthorized access, or other unlawful activity may not be listed.
This includes stolen:
Collectibles.
Digital assets.
Accounts.
Access credentials.
Private databases.
Personal information.
Digital documents.
25. Financial and Payment Instruments
The following are generally prohibited:
Stolen payment cards.
Bank account credentials.
Unauthorized financial instruments.
Counterfeit currency.
Fraudulent payment documents.
Financial account access information.
26. Services and Listings That Facilitate Illegal Activity
Users may not list products or services intended to facilitate unlawful conduct.
Examples include:
Fraud services.
Counterfeiting services.
Forgery services.
Document fabrication.
Identity theft services.
Unauthorized access services.
Smuggling services.
Illegal export/import services.
Theft-related services.
27. Fraudulent Investment or Guaranteed Profit Claims
AntiqList is a marketplace for antiques and collectibles, not an investment advisory service.
Listings must not falsely guarantee:
Investment returns.
Guaranteed appreciation.
Guaranteed resale value.
Guaranteed profit.
Guaranteed future market prices.
Sellers must not use fabricated valuations to encourage purchases.
28. Items Subject to Legal Disputes
AntiqList may restrict listings involving objects that are:
Subject to ownership disputes.
Subject to court proceedings.
Claimed by another person.
Claimed by an institution.
Subject to seizure.
Subject to a recovery request.
Listed as missing or stolen.
Users should not attempt to use AntiqList to circumvent legal proceedings or ownership claims.
29. Restricted Items
Some items may not be completely prohibited but may require additional review, documentation, or restrictions.
Examples may include:
Archaeological objects.
Cultural property.
Historical religious objects.
Certain weapons.
Military antiques.
Taxidermy.
Ivory and wildlife-related materials.
Historical human-associated materials.
Certain manuscripts and archival materials.
Items requiring export/import authorization.
Objects with uncertain provenance.
AntiqList may request supporting information before allowing such a listing to remain active.
30. Documentation Requirements
Where appropriate, AntiqList may request:
Proof of ownership.
Provenance records.
Authentication documents.
Purchase receipts.
Auction records.
Export permits.
Import documents.
Certificates.
Expert reports.
Additional photographs.
Other information reasonably necessary to evaluate compliance.
Providing false or altered documentation may result in immediate account action.
31. Listing Review and Enforcement
AntiqList may use automated tools, human review, user reports, or other reasonable methods to identify prohibited or restricted listings.
AntiqList may:
Reject a listing.
Remove a listing.
Restrict visibility.
Temporarily suspend a listing.
Request documentation.
Restrict account functionality.
Suspend an account.
Terminate an account.
Preserve information where legally permitted or required.
Cooperate with competent authorities where appropriate.
AntiqList is not required to provide advance notice where immediate action is reasonably necessary for safety, legal compliance, fraud prevention, or protection of the marketplace.
32. Reporting Prohibited Items
Users are encouraged to report listings that they reasonably believe violate this Policy.
Reports may concern:
Counterfeit goods.
Stolen property.
Illegal archaeological objects.
Illegal cultural property.
Prohibited weapons.
Protected wildlife materials.
Fraudulent documents.
Fake provenance.
Misleading authenticity claims.
Other prohibited products.
Reports should contain enough information to allow AntiqList to investigate the concern.
33. Seller Responsibility
Sellers remain responsible for determining whether their items comply with:
Applicable laws.
Import and export regulations.
Customs rules.
Cultural heritage laws.
Wildlife protection laws.
Consumer protection requirements.
Product safety requirements.
Intellectual property laws.
Tax requirements.
Other applicable regulations.
Listing an item on AntiqList does not establish that the item is legal to sell.
34. AntiqList Does Not Guarantee Legality or Authenticity
AntiqList provides a marketplace platform and does not automatically authenticate, appraise, verify ownership of, or certify every item listed by users.
The presence of a listing on AntiqList does not mean that AntiqList:
Endorses the item.
Guarantees its authenticity.
Guarantees its provenance.
Guarantees its legal status.
Guarantees the seller's ownership.
Guarantees the seller's representations.
Guarantees that the item may be imported or exported.
Users should conduct appropriate due diligence before completing a transaction.
Nothing in this Policy excludes or limits rights or obligations that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.
35. Consequences of Violations
Depending on the circumstances, violations may result in:
Listing removal.
Listing restriction.
Account warning.
Temporary account suspension.
Permanent account termination.
Restrictions on marketplace functionality.
Investigation.
Preservation of relevant information.
Referral to payment or service providers where appropriate.
Referral to competent authorities where legally required or appropriate.
Serious violations may result in immediate action.
36. No Circumvention
Users must not attempt to circumvent this Policy by:
Using alternative categories.
Changing item descriptions.
Using coded language.
Creating multiple accounts.
Moving prohibited items to external communications.
Re-listing removed items.
Misrepresenting the item's purpose.
Splitting one prohibited transaction into multiple listings.
AntiqList may take action against attempts to circumvent marketplace restrictions.
37. Policy Updates
AntiqList may update this Policy when necessary to reflect:
Changes in applicable law.
Changes in marketplace operations.
Emerging fraud risks.
New prohibited categories.
Safety concerns.
Changes in international trade requirements.
Changes in platform functionality.
The updated version will be published on the AntiqList website.
38. Relationship With Other Policies
This Policy should be read together with:
AntiqList Terms of Use.
Marketplace Rules / Listing Policy.
Privacy Policy.
Cookie Policy.
Seller Policy.
Buyer Safety Policy.
Intellectual Property Policy.
Notice & Takedown Policy.
Dispute Resolution Policy.
Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Community Guidelines.
Where mandatory applicable law provides a different requirement, the applicable legal requirement will prevail.
39. Contact
For questions regarding prohibited or restricted items, listing compliance, or suspected violations, contact:
AntiqList
Yenişafak Mah. Merkezefendi Denizli / Türkiye
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.antiqlist.com/
40. Effective Date
This Prohibited & Restricted Items Policy is effective as of 07 September 2026.
Version: 1
By using AntiqList, you agree to comply with this Policy and all other applicable AntiqList terms and policies.