PAGE III · CERTIFICATION & TRACEABILITY
IIIThe Crown & Patina certificate.
Every piece sold through Crown & Patina is accompanied by a complete dossier and a unique certificate of authenticity and restoration.
What the certificate contains.
- A color photograph of the finished piece.
- A unique identification number and internal code.
- Object type, materials, and style.
- Estimated period or approximate date.
- Description of restoration interventions performed.
- Name of the expert who evaluated the piece, where applicable.
- Issue date and signature.
The before / after photo dossier.
Depending on the piece, the client receives access to before-and-after images so every intervention remains visible and transparent.
Why this certificate matters.
i—It increases the piece’s resale value.
ii—It gives confidence in provenance and interventions.
iii—It documents the piece’s condition at the moment of acquisition.