Watch & Jewelry Certification  ·  New York
New York Appraisal AssociationWatch & Jewelry Certification
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Anatomy of the document

The certificate

One page, one report number, one stated purpose. Everything on it can be checked independently.

Sample certificate
New York Appraisal AssociationHorological Laboratory
Report number
NYAA-W-240118

Certificate of Authentication & Valuation

Issued under NYAA examination standards

Item identification

Item
Wristwatch
Brand
Sample Maison
Reference
SM-116610
Serial
Partial, recorded on file
Caliber
SM-3135, automatic
Case
Stainless steel, 40.0 mm
Bracelet
Steel, ref. 97200, clasp code SL
Year range
2010 - 2014

Findings

Determination
AUTHENTIC
Dial
Original, no refinishing
Hands
Original, matched lume
Bezel / crystal
Original
Case
Unpolished, bevels crisp
Movement
Original, running within spec
Timing
+2 s/day, five positions
Condition
Excellent
Insurance replacement value
$14,600
Effective 18 January 2024
D. Yun
Examiner · reviewed R.M.

This report states findings as of the effective date shown, based on the examination described in the NYAA published standards. It is not a guarantee of quality, future value, or title, and it does not replace the manufacturer's documentation. Verify this report number at the public register before relying on this document.

Security features

How a genuine certificate is recognised

Report number

Prefix identifies the laboratory - W for horology, J for gemmology - followed by a six-digit sequence.

Printed micro-pattern

Fine engine-turned pattern printed under the text block. It breaks up visibly under photocopy or scan.

Embossed seal

Embossed association seal across the lower right, felt rather than seen.

Online lookup

The QR block and report number resolve to the public register showing the same findings.

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