Authenticity & Provenance Policy
AntiqList – Authenticity & Provenance 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 of This Policy
The AntiqList Authenticity & Provenance Policy establishes standards for claims concerning the authenticity, age, origin, attribution, ownership history, documentation, and historical background of items listed on AntiqList.
Because antiques and collectibles can have significant historical and financial value, accurate information regarding authenticity and provenance is essential.
This Policy is intended to promote transparency and responsible marketplace activity.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, AntiqList does not independently authenticate, certify, appraise, value, or guarantee every item listed by users.
2. What Authenticity Means
For purposes of this Policy, "authenticity" generally refers to whether an item is genuinely what it is represented to be.
Depending on the item, authenticity may concern:
Age.
Period.
Maker.
Manufacturer.
Artist.
Material.
Construction.
Origin.
Historical association.
Signature.
Markings.
Provenance.
Documentation.
Authenticity can sometimes be difficult or impossible to establish with absolute certainty.
Sellers must therefore avoid presenting uncertain information as established fact.
3. Seller Responsibility
The seller is primarily responsible for the accuracy of claims made about an item.
Sellers must not knowingly misrepresent:
Age.
Origin.
Maker.
Artist.
Period.
Authenticity.
Provenance.
Ownership history.
Rarity.
Historical significance.
Restoration.
Documentation.
Where information is uncertain, the seller should clearly disclose the uncertainty.
4. Authenticity Claims
A seller should only describe an item as "authentic," "original," "genuine," or equivalent terminology when there is a reasonable basis for making that representation.
A seller must not use definitive authenticity claims merely because:
The item looks old.
The item was purchased from another person.
The seller believes it is authentic without reasonable supporting evidence.
An online source describes a similar item as authentic.
The item has an attractive patina.
The item has an apparently old signature.
The item has been described as authentic by an unknown third party.
5. Uncertain Authenticity
When authenticity cannot reasonably be established, sellers should use clear qualifying language.
Appropriate descriptions may include, where accurate:
"Authenticity unverified."
"Age estimated."
"Provenance unknown."
"Attributed to..."
"Possibly..."
"Believed to be..."
"In the style of..."
"Circa..."
"Later reproduction."
"Reproduction."
"Replica."
Such terminology must itself be used honestly and must not be used to disguise a known counterfeit.
6. "Circa" and Estimated Dates
The term "circa" or "c." should be used when an approximate date or period is being provided rather than a precisely established date.
For example:
"Circa 1900"
indicates an approximate date and should not be interpreted as a guarantee that the item was manufactured exactly in that year.
Sellers should avoid excessively precise dating where available evidence does not reasonably support that precision.
7. "Attributed To" and Similar Language
Terms such as:
"Attributed to."
"School of."
"Circle of."
"Follower of."
"In the manner of."
"Style of."
may have specialized meanings in the art and collectibles market.
Sellers should use such terminology accurately and should not use it merely to imply an association with a famous artist or maker.
8. Reproductions and Replicas
Reproductions, replicas, modern copies, and later reproductions must be clearly identified.
A reproduction must not be presented as:
An original historical object.
An authentic antique.
An original artwork.
An original period piece.
An authentic museum object.
A modern item may resemble an antique without actually being an antique.
The listing must make this distinction clear.
9. Artificial Aging
Artificially aged objects must not be represented as genuinely old.
Artificial aging may include:
Artificial patina.
Artificial oxidation.
Artificial corrosion.
Artificial wear.
Artificial staining.
Artificial cracking.
Artificially aged paper.
Artificially aged wood.
Artificially aged metal.
Artificially aged ceramics.
Where such characteristics are relevant, sellers should disclose them.
10. Restoration
Restoration does not automatically make an item inauthentic.
However, material restoration should be disclosed when it may affect:
Authenticity.
Condition.
Historical significance.
Market value.
Collectibility.
Examples include:
Repainting.
Reconstruction.
Replacement components.
Replating.
Re-gilding.
Structural repairs.
Replacement labels.
Repaired signatures.
Reassembled objects.
11. Alterations and Modifications
Material alterations or modifications must be disclosed where they could affect the buyer's understanding of the item.
This may include:
Reworked surfaces.
Added elements.
Replacement parts.
Modified mechanisms.
Re-cut stones.
Repaired or replaced handles.
Altered dimensions.
Refinished furniture.
Modified markings.
Sellers should not intentionally conceal material alterations.
12. Provenance
"Provenance" refers generally to the documented or reported history of ownership, origin, custody, acquisition, or historical association of an item.
Depending on the item, provenance may include:
Previous owners.
Auction records.
Dealer records.
Purchase receipts.
Estate records.
Exhibition records.
Museum references.
Historical photographs.
Correspondence.
Export documentation.
Import documentation.
Inheritance records.
Provenance can strengthen confidence in an item's history but does not automatically prove authenticity.
13. Provenance Claims Must Be Truthful
Sellers must not fabricate or materially misrepresent provenance.
Prohibited conduct includes:
Inventing previous owners.
Inventing famous ownership.
Fabricating auction history.
Fabricating museum history.
Creating false estate histories.
Falsifying purchase records.
Falsifying export or import records.
Claiming institutional ownership without evidence.
Presenting speculation as documented provenance.
14. Famous Historical Associations
Claims that an item belonged to, was used by, was commissioned by, or was associated with a famous person, institution, historical event, royal family, military unit, museum, or other notable entity should be supported by reasonable evidence where possible.
Sellers should clearly distinguish between:
Documented history.
Expert attribution.
Family tradition.
Seller belief.
Unverified historical claims.
An unsupported historical association must not be presented as established fact.
15. Certificates of Authenticity
Certificates of authenticity may be useful evidence, but a certificate does not automatically establish that an item is genuine.
Sellers should accurately identify:
Who issued the certificate.
When it was issued.
What item it relates to.
Whether it is an original document.
Whether the issuer is appropriately qualified or recognized.
Sellers must not fabricate, alter, or misrepresent certificates.
16. Third-Party Authentication
A seller may refer to an independent expert, specialist, auction house, dealer, laboratory, institution, or other professional opinion where such information genuinely exists.
The seller should not imply that:
AntiqList performed the authentication.
AntiqList endorsed the expert.
AntiqList guarantees the expert's conclusion.
Where relevant, sellers should identify the source and date of the authentication or opinion.
17. Appraisals and Valuations
An appraisal or valuation is not necessarily proof of authenticity.
Sellers must distinguish between:
Authentication.
Attribution.
Appraisal.
Market valuation.
Insurance valuation.
Auction estimate.
Seller's personal opinion.
Statements such as "valued at $10,000" should not be presented as an objective guaranteed market value unless properly supported.
18. Expert Opinions
Expert opinions may vary.
Where a seller relies on an expert opinion, the seller should avoid presenting a disputed or qualified opinion as absolute certainty.
Where multiple credible opinions materially differ, disclosure of that fact may be appropriate.
19. Photographic Evidence
Photographs can assist buyers in evaluating an item but are not necessarily sufficient to establish authenticity.
Buyers may request photographs showing:
Signatures.
Maker's marks.
Labels.
Serial numbers.
Construction details.
Undersides.
Reverse sides.
Damage.
Repairs.
Restoration.
Relevant identifying features.
Sellers should provide accurate photographs where reasonably possible.
20. Scientific Testing
Where scientific testing is relevant, sellers should accurately identify:
The testing method.
The testing date.
The testing provider.
The material tested.
The limitations of the test where known.
A scientific test should not be represented as proving more than it actually establishes.
21. Documentation Must Relate to the Listed Item
Documents must correspond to the specific item being offered.
Sellers must not use:
Another item's certificate.
Another item's photograph.
Another item's appraisal.
Another item's auction record.
Another item's provenance.
in a manner that creates a misleading impression.
22. Historical Documents and Manuscripts
Special care should be taken with:
Manuscripts.
Letters.
Diaries.
Maps.
Historical photographs.
Autographs.
Government records.
Certificates.
Archival documents.
Sellers should accurately describe authorship, date, origin, condition, and provenance where known.
Forged historical documents and fake signatures are prohibited.
23. Coins and Numismatic Items
For coins, medals, tokens, banknotes, and related collectibles, sellers should accurately disclose where relevant:
Date.
Issuing authority.
Country or region.
Denomination.
Material.
Grade or condition.
Mint mark.
Alterations.
Cleaning.
Counterfeiting concerns.
Reproduction status.
Counterfeit or deceptively altered numismatic items are prohibited.
24. Artworks
For paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, photographs, and other artworks, sellers should accurately identify, where reasonably known:
Artist.
Attribution.
Title.
Medium.
Dimensions.
Date or estimated period.
Signature.
Provenance.
Restoration.
Edition information.
Reproduction status.
An artwork should not be attributed to a famous artist without a reasonable basis.
25. Furniture and Decorative Arts
For antique furniture and decorative objects, relevant information may include:
Period.
Materials.
Construction.
Maker.
Country or region.
Restoration.
Replacement components.
Refinishing.
Modifications.
Approximate date.
Descriptions should not exaggerate historical age or originality.
26. Jewelry and Precious Materials
Where applicable, sellers should accurately describe:
Materials.
Metal type.
Hallmarks.
Gemstones.
Approximate weight.
Treatments.
Replacements.
Repairs.
Re-sizing.
Reworking.
Certification.
Sellers must not falsely represent plated, treated, synthetic, or imitation materials as natural or solid precious materials.
27. Watches and Mechanical Collectibles
For watches and mechanical collectibles, sellers should disclose material issues where known, including:
Replacement components.
Refinished dials.
Replacement hands.
Replaced movements.
Modified cases.
Restoration.
Non-original parts.
The term "original" should be used carefully where an item contains replacement or modified components.
28. Cultural Heritage and Archaeological Provenance
Items that may constitute cultural property or archaeological objects require particular attention to provenance.
Sellers may be required to provide evidence concerning:
Lawful ownership.
Acquisition history.
Excavation history.
Export authorization.
Import documentation.
Previous ownership.
Relevant permits.
AntiqList may restrict or remove listings where provenance raises reasonable concerns regarding looting, theft, illegal excavation, or unlawful export.
29. Stolen or Missing Objects
Items known or reasonably suspected to be stolen or unlawfully obtained may not be listed.
Where credible information suggests that an item corresponds to a stolen, missing, or disputed object, AntiqList may:
Restrict the listing.
Remove the listing.
Request documentation.
Suspend relevant account activity.
Preserve relevant information where legally permitted or required.
Cooperate with competent authorities where appropriate.
30. Buyer Due Diligence
Buyers are encouraged to conduct appropriate due diligence before purchasing items where authenticity or provenance is particularly important.
Depending on the item and its value, buyers may consider:
Independent authentication.
Professional appraisal.
Specialist examination.
Provenance research.
Verification of certificates.
Verification of auction records.
Verification of ownership.
Verification of import/export documentation.
31. AntiqList Does Not Guarantee Authenticity
Unless expressly stated otherwise for a specific service, AntiqList does not independently authenticate every item listed on the platform.
The presence of an item on AntiqList does not mean that AntiqList has determined that:
The item is authentic.
The stated age is accurate.
The stated origin is accurate.
The provenance is complete.
The seller owns the item.
The documentation is genuine.
The valuation is accurate.
Buyers should make purchasing decisions based on appropriate information and due diligence.
32. No AntiqList Certification
Sellers must not state or imply that an item has been:
Certified by AntiqList.
Authenticated by AntiqList.
Appraised by AntiqList.
Valued by AntiqList.
Approved by AntiqList.
unless AntiqList has expressly provided that service and authorized the relevant representation.
33. Disputed Authenticity
If a credible authenticity concern is raised after a listing has been published, AntiqList may review the matter.
AntiqList may request:
Additional photographs.
Documentation.
Expert reports.
Provenance records.
Purchase records.
Authentication information.
Other relevant evidence.
A listing may be restricted while a matter is being reviewed.
34. Misrepresentation
The following conduct may violate this Policy:
Knowingly selling a reproduction as an original.
Knowingly providing false provenance.
Using forged certificates.
Fabricating historical associations.
Concealing material restoration.
Misrepresenting an expert opinion.
Using another item's documentation.
Making knowingly false age claims.
Falsely claiming institutional provenance.
Deliberately concealing authenticity concerns.
35. Enforcement
Where AntiqList reasonably believes that authenticity or provenance information is materially misleading or presents a legal or marketplace-integrity concern, AntiqList may:
Request clarification.
Request documentation.
Restrict listing visibility.
Remove a listing.
Suspend a listing.
Restrict an account.
Suspend an account.
Terminate an account.
Preserve relevant information where legally permitted or required.
Cooperate with competent authorities where appropriate.
Serious or repeated violations may result in permanent account restrictions.
36. Reporting Authenticity or Provenance Concerns
Users may report a listing where they reasonably believe that:
An item is counterfeit.
An item is falsely described as antique.
Provenance is fabricated.
A certificate is suspicious.
A signature is forged.
A historical association is misleading.
An item may be stolen.
An archaeological object may have been illegally obtained.
Other material information is misleading.
Reports should include relevant information and evidence where available.
37. False or Malicious Reports
Users must not knowingly submit false reports in order to:
Harm a seller.
Remove a competitor.
Disrupt a legitimate transaction.
Manipulate marketplace visibility.
Harass another user.
AntiqList may take action against abuse of the reporting system.
38. Seller Records
Sellers should retain relevant documentation supporting significant authenticity and provenance claims for as long as reasonably necessary.
Depending on the item, useful records may include:
Receipts.
Auction records.
Certificates.
Expert reports.
Previous listings.
Estate records.
Export/import documents.
Photographs.
Correspondence.
Ownership records.
Retention requirements may vary depending on applicable law and the nature of the transaction.
39. International Transactions
Authenticity and provenance may have additional legal implications in international transactions.
Sellers and buyers should consider:
Cultural property laws.
Export restrictions.
Import restrictions.
Customs requirements.
Wildlife regulations.
Sanctions.
Ownership restrictions.
Documentation requirements.
AntiqList does not guarantee that an item may legally cross an international border.
40. Relationship With Other Policies
This Policy should be read together with:
AntiqList Terms of Use.
Marketplace Rules / Listing Policy.
Prohibited & Restricted Items Policy.
Seller Policy.
Buyer Protection / Buyer Safety Policy.
Privacy Policy.
Cookie Policy.
Intellectual Property Policy.
Notice & Takedown Policy.
Dispute Resolution Policy.
Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Community Guidelines.
Where mandatory applicable law provides additional rights or obligations, those requirements will prevail.
41. Policy Changes
AntiqList may update this Authenticity & Provenance Policy from time to time to reflect:
Changes in applicable law.
Changes in industry practices.
New authentication risks.
New fraud patterns.
Marketplace developments.
Changes to AntiqList services.
The latest version will be published on the AntiqList website.
42. Contact
For authenticity, provenance, suspicious listing, or documentation concerns:
AntiqList
Yenişafak Mah. Merkezefendi Denizli / Türkiye
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.antiqlist.com/
43. Effective Date
This Authenticity & Provenance Policy is effective as of 07 September 2026.
Version: 1
By listing or purchasing an item on AntiqList, users acknowledge that they are responsible for conducting appropriate due diligence and complying with this Policy and all other applicable AntiqList 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 of This Policy
The AntiqList Authenticity & Provenance Policy establishes standards for claims concerning the authenticity, age, origin, attribution, ownership history, documentation, and historical background of items listed on AntiqList.
Because antiques and collectibles can have significant historical and financial value, accurate information regarding authenticity and provenance is essential.
This Policy is intended to promote transparency and responsible marketplace activity.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, AntiqList does not independently authenticate, certify, appraise, value, or guarantee every item listed by users.
2. What Authenticity Means
For purposes of this Policy, "authenticity" generally refers to whether an item is genuinely what it is represented to be.
Depending on the item, authenticity may concern:
Age.
Period.
Maker.
Manufacturer.
Artist.
Material.
Construction.
Origin.
Historical association.
Signature.
Markings.
Provenance.
Documentation.
Authenticity can sometimes be difficult or impossible to establish with absolute certainty.
Sellers must therefore avoid presenting uncertain information as established fact.
3. Seller Responsibility
The seller is primarily responsible for the accuracy of claims made about an item.
Sellers must not knowingly misrepresent:
Age.
Origin.
Maker.
Artist.
Period.
Authenticity.
Provenance.
Ownership history.
Rarity.
Historical significance.
Restoration.
Documentation.
Where information is uncertain, the seller should clearly disclose the uncertainty.
4. Authenticity Claims
A seller should only describe an item as "authentic," "original," "genuine," or equivalent terminology when there is a reasonable basis for making that representation.
A seller must not use definitive authenticity claims merely because:
The item looks old.
The item was purchased from another person.
The seller believes it is authentic without reasonable supporting evidence.
An online source describes a similar item as authentic.
The item has an attractive patina.
The item has an apparently old signature.
The item has been described as authentic by an unknown third party.
5. Uncertain Authenticity
When authenticity cannot reasonably be established, sellers should use clear qualifying language.
Appropriate descriptions may include, where accurate:
"Authenticity unverified."
"Age estimated."
"Provenance unknown."
"Attributed to..."
"Possibly..."
"Believed to be..."
"In the style of..."
"Circa..."
"Later reproduction."
"Reproduction."
"Replica."
Such terminology must itself be used honestly and must not be used to disguise a known counterfeit.
6. "Circa" and Estimated Dates
The term "circa" or "c." should be used when an approximate date or period is being provided rather than a precisely established date.
For example:
"Circa 1900"
indicates an approximate date and should not be interpreted as a guarantee that the item was manufactured exactly in that year.
Sellers should avoid excessively precise dating where available evidence does not reasonably support that precision.
7. "Attributed To" and Similar Language
Terms such as:
"Attributed to."
"School of."
"Circle of."
"Follower of."
"In the manner of."
"Style of."
may have specialized meanings in the art and collectibles market.
Sellers should use such terminology accurately and should not use it merely to imply an association with a famous artist or maker.
8. Reproductions and Replicas
Reproductions, replicas, modern copies, and later reproductions must be clearly identified.
A reproduction must not be presented as:
An original historical object.
An authentic antique.
An original artwork.
An original period piece.
An authentic museum object.
A modern item may resemble an antique without actually being an antique.
The listing must make this distinction clear.
9. Artificial Aging
Artificially aged objects must not be represented as genuinely old.
Artificial aging may include:
Artificial patina.
Artificial oxidation.
Artificial corrosion.
Artificial wear.
Artificial staining.
Artificial cracking.
Artificially aged paper.
Artificially aged wood.
Artificially aged metal.
Artificially aged ceramics.
Where such characteristics are relevant, sellers should disclose them.
10. Restoration
Restoration does not automatically make an item inauthentic.
However, material restoration should be disclosed when it may affect:
Authenticity.
Condition.
Historical significance.
Market value.
Collectibility.
Examples include:
Repainting.
Reconstruction.
Replacement components.
Replating.
Re-gilding.
Structural repairs.
Replacement labels.
Repaired signatures.
Reassembled objects.
11. Alterations and Modifications
Material alterations or modifications must be disclosed where they could affect the buyer's understanding of the item.
This may include:
Reworked surfaces.
Added elements.
Replacement parts.
Modified mechanisms.
Re-cut stones.
Repaired or replaced handles.
Altered dimensions.
Refinished furniture.
Modified markings.
Sellers should not intentionally conceal material alterations.
12. Provenance
"Provenance" refers generally to the documented or reported history of ownership, origin, custody, acquisition, or historical association of an item.
Depending on the item, provenance may include:
Previous owners.
Auction records.
Dealer records.
Purchase receipts.
Estate records.
Exhibition records.
Museum references.
Historical photographs.
Correspondence.
Export documentation.
Import documentation.
Inheritance records.
Provenance can strengthen confidence in an item's history but does not automatically prove authenticity.
13. Provenance Claims Must Be Truthful
Sellers must not fabricate or materially misrepresent provenance.
Prohibited conduct includes:
Inventing previous owners.
Inventing famous ownership.
Fabricating auction history.
Fabricating museum history.
Creating false estate histories.
Falsifying purchase records.
Falsifying export or import records.
Claiming institutional ownership without evidence.
Presenting speculation as documented provenance.
14. Famous Historical Associations
Claims that an item belonged to, was used by, was commissioned by, or was associated with a famous person, institution, historical event, royal family, military unit, museum, or other notable entity should be supported by reasonable evidence where possible.
Sellers should clearly distinguish between:
Documented history.
Expert attribution.
Family tradition.
Seller belief.
Unverified historical claims.
An unsupported historical association must not be presented as established fact.
15. Certificates of Authenticity
Certificates of authenticity may be useful evidence, but a certificate does not automatically establish that an item is genuine.
Sellers should accurately identify:
Who issued the certificate.
When it was issued.
What item it relates to.
Whether it is an original document.
Whether the issuer is appropriately qualified or recognized.
Sellers must not fabricate, alter, or misrepresent certificates.
16. Third-Party Authentication
A seller may refer to an independent expert, specialist, auction house, dealer, laboratory, institution, or other professional opinion where such information genuinely exists.
The seller should not imply that:
AntiqList performed the authentication.
AntiqList endorsed the expert.
AntiqList guarantees the expert's conclusion.
Where relevant, sellers should identify the source and date of the authentication or opinion.
17. Appraisals and Valuations
An appraisal or valuation is not necessarily proof of authenticity.
Sellers must distinguish between:
Authentication.
Attribution.
Appraisal.
Market valuation.
Insurance valuation.
Auction estimate.
Seller's personal opinion.
Statements such as "valued at $10,000" should not be presented as an objective guaranteed market value unless properly supported.
18. Expert Opinions
Expert opinions may vary.
Where a seller relies on an expert opinion, the seller should avoid presenting a disputed or qualified opinion as absolute certainty.
Where multiple credible opinions materially differ, disclosure of that fact may be appropriate.
19. Photographic Evidence
Photographs can assist buyers in evaluating an item but are not necessarily sufficient to establish authenticity.
Buyers may request photographs showing:
Signatures.
Maker's marks.
Labels.
Serial numbers.
Construction details.
Undersides.
Reverse sides.
Damage.
Repairs.
Restoration.
Relevant identifying features.
Sellers should provide accurate photographs where reasonably possible.
20. Scientific Testing
Where scientific testing is relevant, sellers should accurately identify:
The testing method.
The testing date.
The testing provider.
The material tested.
The limitations of the test where known.
A scientific test should not be represented as proving more than it actually establishes.
21. Documentation Must Relate to the Listed Item
Documents must correspond to the specific item being offered.
Sellers must not use:
Another item's certificate.
Another item's photograph.
Another item's appraisal.
Another item's auction record.
Another item's provenance.
in a manner that creates a misleading impression.
22. Historical Documents and Manuscripts
Special care should be taken with:
Manuscripts.
Letters.
Diaries.
Maps.
Historical photographs.
Autographs.
Government records.
Certificates.
Archival documents.
Sellers should accurately describe authorship, date, origin, condition, and provenance where known.
Forged historical documents and fake signatures are prohibited.
23. Coins and Numismatic Items
For coins, medals, tokens, banknotes, and related collectibles, sellers should accurately disclose where relevant:
Date.
Issuing authority.
Country or region.
Denomination.
Material.
Grade or condition.
Mint mark.
Alterations.
Cleaning.
Counterfeiting concerns.
Reproduction status.
Counterfeit or deceptively altered numismatic items are prohibited.
24. Artworks
For paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, photographs, and other artworks, sellers should accurately identify, where reasonably known:
Artist.
Attribution.
Title.
Medium.
Dimensions.
Date or estimated period.
Signature.
Provenance.
Restoration.
Edition information.
Reproduction status.
An artwork should not be attributed to a famous artist without a reasonable basis.
25. Furniture and Decorative Arts
For antique furniture and decorative objects, relevant information may include:
Period.
Materials.
Construction.
Maker.
Country or region.
Restoration.
Replacement components.
Refinishing.
Modifications.
Approximate date.
Descriptions should not exaggerate historical age or originality.
26. Jewelry and Precious Materials
Where applicable, sellers should accurately describe:
Materials.
Metal type.
Hallmarks.
Gemstones.
Approximate weight.
Treatments.
Replacements.
Repairs.
Re-sizing.
Reworking.
Certification.
Sellers must not falsely represent plated, treated, synthetic, or imitation materials as natural or solid precious materials.
27. Watches and Mechanical Collectibles
For watches and mechanical collectibles, sellers should disclose material issues where known, including:
Replacement components.
Refinished dials.
Replacement hands.
Replaced movements.
Modified cases.
Restoration.
Non-original parts.
The term "original" should be used carefully where an item contains replacement or modified components.
28. Cultural Heritage and Archaeological Provenance
Items that may constitute cultural property or archaeological objects require particular attention to provenance.
Sellers may be required to provide evidence concerning:
Lawful ownership.
Acquisition history.
Excavation history.
Export authorization.
Import documentation.
Previous ownership.
Relevant permits.
AntiqList may restrict or remove listings where provenance raises reasonable concerns regarding looting, theft, illegal excavation, or unlawful export.
29. Stolen or Missing Objects
Items known or reasonably suspected to be stolen or unlawfully obtained may not be listed.
Where credible information suggests that an item corresponds to a stolen, missing, or disputed object, AntiqList may:
Restrict the listing.
Remove the listing.
Request documentation.
Suspend relevant account activity.
Preserve relevant information where legally permitted or required.
Cooperate with competent authorities where appropriate.
30. Buyer Due Diligence
Buyers are encouraged to conduct appropriate due diligence before purchasing items where authenticity or provenance is particularly important.
Depending on the item and its value, buyers may consider:
Independent authentication.
Professional appraisal.
Specialist examination.
Provenance research.
Verification of certificates.
Verification of auction records.
Verification of ownership.
Verification of import/export documentation.
31. AntiqList Does Not Guarantee Authenticity
Unless expressly stated otherwise for a specific service, AntiqList does not independently authenticate every item listed on the platform.
The presence of an item on AntiqList does not mean that AntiqList has determined that:
The item is authentic.
The stated age is accurate.
The stated origin is accurate.
The provenance is complete.
The seller owns the item.
The documentation is genuine.
The valuation is accurate.
Buyers should make purchasing decisions based on appropriate information and due diligence.
32. No AntiqList Certification
Sellers must not state or imply that an item has been:
Certified by AntiqList.
Authenticated by AntiqList.
Appraised by AntiqList.
Valued by AntiqList.
Approved by AntiqList.
unless AntiqList has expressly provided that service and authorized the relevant representation.
33. Disputed Authenticity
If a credible authenticity concern is raised after a listing has been published, AntiqList may review the matter.
AntiqList may request:
Additional photographs.
Documentation.
Expert reports.
Provenance records.
Purchase records.
Authentication information.
Other relevant evidence.
A listing may be restricted while a matter is being reviewed.
34. Misrepresentation
The following conduct may violate this Policy:
Knowingly selling a reproduction as an original.
Knowingly providing false provenance.
Using forged certificates.
Fabricating historical associations.
Concealing material restoration.
Misrepresenting an expert opinion.
Using another item's documentation.
Making knowingly false age claims.
Falsely claiming institutional provenance.
Deliberately concealing authenticity concerns.
35. Enforcement
Where AntiqList reasonably believes that authenticity or provenance information is materially misleading or presents a legal or marketplace-integrity concern, AntiqList may:
Request clarification.
Request documentation.
Restrict listing visibility.
Remove a listing.
Suspend a listing.
Restrict an account.
Suspend an account.
Terminate an account.
Preserve relevant information where legally permitted or required.
Cooperate with competent authorities where appropriate.
Serious or repeated violations may result in permanent account restrictions.
36. Reporting Authenticity or Provenance Concerns
Users may report a listing where they reasonably believe that:
An item is counterfeit.
An item is falsely described as antique.
Provenance is fabricated.
A certificate is suspicious.
A signature is forged.
A historical association is misleading.
An item may be stolen.
An archaeological object may have been illegally obtained.
Other material information is misleading.
Reports should include relevant information and evidence where available.
37. False or Malicious Reports
Users must not knowingly submit false reports in order to:
Harm a seller.
Remove a competitor.
Disrupt a legitimate transaction.
Manipulate marketplace visibility.
Harass another user.
AntiqList may take action against abuse of the reporting system.
38. Seller Records
Sellers should retain relevant documentation supporting significant authenticity and provenance claims for as long as reasonably necessary.
Depending on the item, useful records may include:
Receipts.
Auction records.
Certificates.
Expert reports.
Previous listings.
Estate records.
Export/import documents.
Photographs.
Correspondence.
Ownership records.
Retention requirements may vary depending on applicable law and the nature of the transaction.
39. International Transactions
Authenticity and provenance may have additional legal implications in international transactions.
Sellers and buyers should consider:
Cultural property laws.
Export restrictions.
Import restrictions.
Customs requirements.
Wildlife regulations.
Sanctions.
Ownership restrictions.
Documentation requirements.
AntiqList does not guarantee that an item may legally cross an international border.
40. Relationship With Other Policies
This Policy should be read together with:
AntiqList Terms of Use.
Marketplace Rules / Listing Policy.
Prohibited & Restricted Items Policy.
Seller Policy.
Buyer Protection / Buyer Safety Policy.
Privacy Policy.
Cookie Policy.
Intellectual Property Policy.
Notice & Takedown Policy.
Dispute Resolution Policy.
Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Community Guidelines.
Where mandatory applicable law provides additional rights or obligations, those requirements will prevail.
41. Policy Changes
AntiqList may update this Authenticity & Provenance Policy from time to time to reflect:
Changes in applicable law.
Changes in industry practices.
New authentication risks.
New fraud patterns.
Marketplace developments.
Changes to AntiqList services.
The latest version will be published on the AntiqList website.
42. Contact
For authenticity, provenance, suspicious listing, or documentation concerns:
AntiqList
Yenişafak Mah. Merkezefendi Denizli / Türkiye
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.antiqlist.com/
43. Effective Date
This Authenticity & Provenance Policy is effective as of 07 September 2026.
Version: 1
By listing or purchasing an item on AntiqList, users acknowledge that they are responsible for conducting appropriate due diligence and complying with this Policy and all other applicable AntiqList policies.