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Statement of Authenticity
Free statement of authenticity template — certifies that an item (artwork, collectible, memorabilia) is genuine, often accompanying a sale.
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This free statement of authenticity covers Certification, Provenance, Item Identification, Limitation with 4 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for founders, freelancers, and small business owners formalizing a business decision or agreement without paying a lawyer to draft it from scratch. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Statement of Authenticity
Item: [Description — title, artist/maker, medium, dimensions, date created] Issued by: [Name/Business] · Date: [Date]
Certification
I hereby certify that the item described above is an authentic, genuine work by [Artist/Maker Name], based on: [Basis for authentication — e.g. personal knowledge, provenance documentation, expert appraisal, certificate of origin from the artist].
Provenance
[Chain of ownership/history of the item, if known and relevant.]
Item Identification
[Signature location, edition number, serial number, or other identifying marks confirming authenticity.]
Limitation
This statement certifies authenticity based on the information available as of the date above and does not constitute an appraisal of monetary value.
Issued by: ______________________ Date: ____________ [Name, Title/Business]
*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only. For high-value items, a statement of authenticity from the seller carries far less weight than an independent authentication from a recognized expert or authentication service in that specific field — buyers of significant items should seek independent verification, not rely solely on the seller's own statement.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 4 standard sections: Certification, Provenance, Item Identification, Limitation
- 4 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
- Includes a signature block, ready to print or sign digitally
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Early-stage businesses
Getting the basics documented before things get more complex.
FAQ
Is this statement of authenticity template really free?
Yes, completely free — view, edit, and download this statement of authenticity as a PDF without creating an account.
What does this statement of authenticity cover?
This business template includes Certification, Provenance, Item Identification, Limitation. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. This is a general-purpose starting structure, not advice for your specific situation. Business agreements can hinge on details — state of formation, industry-specific regulation, how a dispute would actually play out — that a template can't account for. Have a business attorney review anything that involves real money or real risk before you rely on it.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes — edit directly on the page, adjust any section or clause, and re-fill the 4 placeholder fields to match your situation before downloading a PDF. It's a starting structure, not a rigid script.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
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