Certificate of Authenticity

[waterdoggmom]

The COA for an item I sold is issued to me in my name; do I send this to my buyer as is or can I cover up my name and the numbers listed below it?  (I'm assuming it's my account number but it is super long). Thanks

[biggymoe]

Did you mention that a COA is included?

If so, I would send it unaltered, unless it includes specific personal information, that might be used in the wrong way.

[toysaver]

The buyer will likely already have your name and address from the shipping label and packing slip.

[onlinecentral · Accepted solution]

I would send it unaltered.

It would be harmless for your buyer to know your account number. They don't know your credit card number, expiration date or 3 digit CCV security code.

Collectors have the build sheets and receipts for automobiles originally owned by Elvis Presley.

[waterdoggmom]

I don't use my name or my address on my labels.  I use my screen name and the post office address for privacy and security reasons.  

[waterdoggmom]

I didn't say it was included, but it is included in the photo section of the listing, with my name obscured.

[waterdoggmom]

To wrap up the issue:   I contacted buyer and she says she doesn't really want or need the COA, that she believes the item is authentic based on the photo of the COA in the listing.  I told her I could always send a photo of it if she ever wants it.  Thanks for your responses, everyone!