UNIQUEMARK
The culture of innovation is one of the most important strategic objectives for the Portuguese Mint and Official Printing Office due to its transversal impact on the economy and society, and the Assay Offices is not unrelated to this purpose. The Assay Office is increasingly investing on innovative methods in order to provide the best service to its customers.
The UniqueMark® Digital Certificate is one of Assay Offices innovations for marking high-value precious metal items. This certificate complements official marks, offering an additional layer of security and authenticity to jewelry.
With UniqueMark®, consumers can quickly verify the authenticity of their pieces using a smartphone, making the process simple and reliable.
How does it work?
Each piece of jewelry that receives the UniqueMark® Digital Certificate comes with:
- Tag and Card: Each piece has a tag and a card with a unique cryptographic code.
- Authenticity Guaranteed : The code is read using the official Assay Office application, which confirms the authenticity of the piece.
In addition, UniqueMark® offers a complete overview of the jewel’s history, including:
- Manufacturing Process: Detailed information on the manufacture of the piece.
- Laboratory Test: Results of the quality test carried out.
- Contrast Marks and Manufacturer: Display of the official marks and identification of the manufacturer.
State-of-the-art technology
UniqueMark® is at the forefront of digital certification technology. A laser marking will soon be introduced with a unique cryptographic code engraved directly on the parts, guaranteeing even greater security.
This technological evolution will provide even more advanced verification of authenticity, offering users a transparent and reliable experience.
UniqueMark® advantages
- Security and Trust: Authenticity guaranteed by reading a unique code, ensuring traceability throughout the life of the item.
- Total Transparency: Access to detailed information about the jewel, from manufacture to contrast marks.
- Easy Verification: Use your smartphone and the official Assay Office app for quick and accurate validation.
If you are interested in finding out more about the UniqueMark® Digital Certificate, please contact contrastarias@incm.pt or explore our official app.
