Sharon
I agree with Roger - that is a Stock Certificate.
In my opinion, any business that is offering this as proof of their authenticity as an Apple Authorized Reseller is very likely NOT one - and I would be very wary of any products' authenticity (either counterfeit or stolen?)
Check to see if the business is on the list (the link Roger provided) - if NOT, post as much as you can about their public presence - address, telephone #, website, email(s) etc so that Apple can track 'em down (there is a way to report, but one needs to have facts to report)
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