Authenticity Is Our Signature

We bring authenticity to life through a careful blend of craftsmanship, knowledge, and advanced technology. Here’s a glimpse inside our process.

Provenance Review

Every piece begins with documentation and provenance checks.”

Condition Grading

Every detail, inside and out, is carefully inspected.

Craftsmanship Check

From stitching to stamping, craftsmanship speaks authenticity

Technology in Action

Technology powered tools verify materials with precision.

Gemological Testing

Advanced tools confirm gemstone authenticity and quality.

Jewelry Expertise

Certified specialists examine stones at the highest standard.

How do we authenticate?

We combine specialist knowledge, documentation and trusted partners when needed. Each piece passes through several quiet checks before it reaches the floor.
INTAKE & STORY

INTAKE & STORY

Each piece arrives with a history. We record consignor details, note any receipts or service papers that are provided, and confirm that the item fits our curation and condition standards.

BRAND SIGNATURES

BRAND SIGNATURES

We study hallmarks, stamps, engravings, logos, fonts, serials and the placement of labels and embossing, comparing them with trusted brand references.

Materials & Build

Materials & Build

Leather grain, textiles, lining, stitching, edge paint, glazing, hardware weight, and finish are examined to ensure they match authentic construction for that house.

Movement & Settings

Movement & Settings

For watches and jewelry, we review movements, serials, stone setting and metalwork. When appropriate, we work with our certified laboratory partner for a formal report.

Condition Grading

Condition Grading

We place each item on a clear condition scale and record any notable wear in both words and photographs. Pieces are cleaned with care, never over restored.

Final Approval

Final Approval

Only pieces that pass our checks are approved for listing. We verify that descriptions, photos and included accessories such as cards, dust bags and boxes match the actual item you will receive.

Why It Matters

For Buyers

For Buyers

You choose with a clear mind. Every piece you see has passed our authentication checks first, so what arrives matches what was described and shown.

For Consignors

For Consignors

Your pieces are received, studied and presented with respect. Clear authentication and condition grading help the right buyer understand their value and story.

For Community

For Community

Strong authentication helps keep counterfeits out of circulation and supports a healthier market for everyone. By choosing verified pieces, you help protect other buyers, support designers’ work, and keep value flowing through real, lasting objects rather than fakes.

Our Commitment

If authenticity is ever credibly challenged, we immediately pause the sale and re-evaluate. Should a recognized authority determine an item to be non-authentic, we cancel the sale and issue a full refund at our cost.

SO. by Sora is independent and not affiliated with the brands we curate — our only loyalty is to authenticity, sustainability, and our clients’ trust.