Attestations
Issuers perform various levels of verification before issuing credentials. As examiners conduct more thorough vetting, the value of issued credentials increases.
| Attestation Type | Description | Trust Factor | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-Attested | Claims made by the individual or organization about themselves. | Low | John claims to be an artist. |
| Peer-Attested | Claims made by a known individual or organization. | Medium | Joe vouches for the fact that John is an artist. |
| Vetted | Claims made after due diligence and regulatory checks. | High | John sells a painting and the brokerage firm that handles the sale issues John a sales certificate. |