| name | cgc-slab-and-anti-counterfeit |
| description | Use when verifying a CGC slab's authenticity. CGC has the strongest anti-counterfeit slab tech as of 2026.
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CGC Slab and Anti-Counterfeit Features
CGC Gen 3 slabs (2023+) include blockchain verification + QR code + holographic security. Identify and verify online.
Gen 3 security features
- Blockchain-verified cert (scan QR for verification)
- Holographic security strip on label
- Tamper-evident slab seal
- Anti-laser scan on back
- Online cert lookup with photo at CGCcards.com
Verification workflow
- Scan QR code on slab back
- Confirm cert number matches card
- Compare slab photo to actual card image
- Verify population data hasn't changed
- If anything mismatches → contact CGC immediately
Old CGC holders
Gen 1 (2020-2021) and Gen 2 (2022) have less robust security. Still legitimate but more counterfeit-vulnerable. Cross-verify cert number via online lookup.
Where this fits in the X3 empire
Sentry tool integrates CGC blockchain verification for slab authentication.