The Realest, founded by DJ Skee, is a next-generation memorabilia marketplace and authentication platform redefining trust and transparency in collectibles.

Every item on The Realest comes directly from the source, athletes, teams, artists, and estates, with revenue shared back to them on each sale. There are no middlemen and no consignment, setting The Realest apart from traditional auction houses and resale platforms. The company focuses on items that connect directly to cultural storytelling, ensuring each piece represents an authentic moment in sports, music, or entertainment history.

The proprietary TRuEST™ authentication system combines direct-source verification with physical and digital security markers to establish a verifiable chain of authenticity for every item. This model extends beyond the initial drop: on The Realest secondary market, collectors can place offers on previously sold items, which are reverified and re-authenticated through TRuEST™ to ensure trust at every step. Even on resale, original partners continue to earn royalties in perpetuity, creating a more equitable and transparent ecosystem for memorabilia.

With collaborations spanning icons like Wu-Tang Clan, Philadelphia Eagles, PGA, FIFA, Snoop Dogg, and other cultural figures, The Realest is building a next-generation marketplace for collectors.

Notable headlines from The Realest:
“Dr. Dre SSL Console, Eminem Item Sell for Record $165,000” — Variety article

“Tony Gwynn Gold Glove Bags Record Sale in Special Memorabilia Auction” — Sports Collectors Digest article

“Michelle Akers and USWNT ’85ers Launch Collection with The Realest” — Forbes article