I. Forensic Intake & Provenance Audit

Every asset entering the Titanic Auctions ecosystem is subjected to the Oracle Verification Protocol. While standard listing is available, assets bearing the Titanic Auctions Verified Seal undergo a rigorous forensic audit to ensure absolute authenticity.

• Forensic Review: Comprehensive analysis of structural integrity, material composition, and historical hallmarks.
• Provenance Chain: We audit the ownership history and documentation to establish an indisputable record of the asset’s legacy.
• Seal Issuance: Verified assets are assigned a unique digital ledger ID, increasing both security and market liquidity.

Forensic Audit Fee Structure (Upfront)

Asset Estimated Value	Verification Fee
$0 – $5,000	5%
$5,001 – $25,000	3%
$25,000+	2%

II. Escrow-Locked Transaction Workflow

To eliminate financial risk and ensure complete liability neutrality, Titanic Auctions mandates the use of Escrow.com for all transactions. The platform does not hold funds; the escrow service acts as the secure, regulated vault.

• Secured Funding: The buyer deposits 100% of the hammer price + escrow service fees into the secure vault.
• Verified Transit: The seller ships the artifact via an insured, signature-restricted courier service.
• 10-Day Forensic Quarantine: Upon confirmed delivery, a 10-day quarantine period begins. The buyer performs an independent forensic inspection to match the asset against the Oracle audit ledger.
• Automated Settlement: Upon the expiration of the 10-day quarantine, the escrow system executes a split-payout: 15% to Titanic Auctions (Brokerage Fee) and 85% to the Seller.