Verified Ownership & Provenance
Protecting Collectors. Preserving History.
At George Gregorio Grading, every slab becomes part of The Archive — a permanent provenance record that documents a card's identity, grading history, and chain of custody.
This foundation allows us to protect collectors, combat fraud, and preserve the long-term integrity of each item entrusted to us.
The Archive’s Provenance Record
Each card’s Archive entry includes:
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Verified Ownership Status
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Custodial intake details
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Grading & encapsulation data
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Accession Date
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Any approved ownership transfers
This establishes a transparent, continuous provenance trail that strengthens trust and value across the hobby.
why Provenance matters
1. Protects collectors from fraud & theft
A clear custody record helps prevent stolen or manipulated slabs from entering the market.
2. Reduces price manipulation
Provenance transparency discourages shill bidding, influencer “pump” schemes, and artificial value inflation.
3. Supports long-term value
A slab with documented ownership history is more trustworthy — and more marketable — to future buyers.
Verified Ownership Transfer Service
For collectors who purchase a slab from a reseller or secondary seller.
When a slab changes hands, the new owner can register themselves as the verified current owner in The Archive.
This protects both the collector and the legitimacy of the card’s historical record.
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How it works:
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Purchase the service
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Identity verification + Image of Slab
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Provide proof of purchase (receipt, invoice, trade documentation)
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Approval & record update
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The Archive reflects the new Verified Owner and Transfer Date
No-Refund Policy
Ownership Transfer is a non-refundable service, because:
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identity verification and fraud checks cannot be undone
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provenance updates become part of the card’s permanent record
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this prevents tampering, falsifying ownership, or reversing legitimate transfers