Minted
Self documented
Proves
HaloVault sealed the item's photo-first record with camera evidence, available EXIF facts, a tamper-evident HaloCert hash, and an RFC 3161 timestamp when available.
Does not prove
Third-party authenticity, grade, market value, ownership, custody, or an autograph.
Store-Verified
Shop attested
Proves
A HaloVault authorized verifier physically inspected and identified the item, photographed condition at verification time, and attached a store attestation. NFC is optional.
Does not prove
A grade, appraisal, financial guarantee, ownership guarantee, or signer/autograph certification.
Signed & Minted
Signing layer
Proves
HaloVault sealed a signing association that links the minted item to a signed companion card and timestamped signer video evidence.
Does not prove
The original item itself was autographed unless separately stated. It is not a grade, appraisal, or financial guarantee.