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ERC-721

An Ethereum token standard for individually identified non-fungible tokens.

PLAIN-ENGLISH DEFINITION

In more detail

ERC-721 gives each token an ID within its contract, making it possible to track a particular NFT's owner and transfers. The standard handles that onchain identity; it doesn't itself grant copyright, keep an image online forever or establish that a collection is official. Those questions need separate evidence.

IN THE WILD

How you might use it

Your wallet owns token #42 in a collection’s ERC-721 contract, while the artwork and any usage rights are described elsewhere.

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Ethereum Request for Comments 721
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