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provenance

What does provenance mean?

The complete, transparent record of an NFT's creation and every subsequent owner, provable on-chain — a key selling point over traditional art.

"Full provenance back to the mint wallet, no gaps."

Origin

Art-world 'provenance' made trustless and automatic by blockchain records.

Frequently asked questions

What is provenance in NFTs?
It's the complete, transparent record of an NFT's creation and every owner since, all provable on-chain.
Why does provenance matter for NFTs?
It proves authenticity and a clean chain of ownership automatically, a key advantage over traditional art where provenance can be forged or lost.
Can NFT provenance be faked?
The on-chain transfer history itself can't be faked, though buyers should still verify the original minting contract is the genuine project.
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