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This week we are going to take a look at jewellery trends in different cultures and countries. We will of course look back at history to see how it helped mold the jewelry fashion industry into what it is today. Tiffany Co is always leading to the trend of modern jewelry world. We will focus on specific countries throughout this week and then showcase of few of Gilbert and Frech’s uniquely original designs and see how the influence of style and culture helped to create them.

Some of the earliest pieces of jewellery that were created out of precious metals and gemstones were found in the country of Egypt. Egyptians mainly used gold and fashioned many items out of this very malleable metal such as armlets, bracelets, head adornments, rings, earrings and even collars. Some tiffany designer get the inspiration of tiffany earrings from Egypt.

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Greece also was making their own fashion trends during the BC era and the trend at that time was using beads and designing them into shapes that represented nature such as flowers, shells or beetles. Greece was wealthy with raw materials and started adorning their jewelry with precious gemstones such as rubies, emeralds and pearls. Pearls became the most prized and precious gemstone in jewelry, as well as in tiffanys. The most rare and beautiful were found in South India and the Persian Gulf. During the 17th century is when jewelry became an adornment that was acceptable in everyday use. France was a great influence on the jewelry industry during the early 1800’s. Victorian jewelry became popular as Queen Victoria reigned and it began to be massed produced and sold all over the world.

During the 1950’s America made its mark with what people would refer to as the Hollywood influence.
Over the years many countries had their influence over the style and trends of Jewelry. As it was created and shipped to different parts of the world, other cultures added their own unique flare. It will be fun to take a look this week at specific countries and see what the popular jewelry trend is in their culture today! Will it be similar to what is popular here in America or will it be completely unique and different? The world has become smaller with the birth of the internet. We can get our favorite tiffany jewellery from the net with some clicks to the mouse. Every kind of information is available to us know with just the tapping of our fingertips. Just like that, we can type in and order whatever kind of tiffany rings or other kinds we like from whatever country or culture we want. It is truly an amazing thing.

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Sadly, a large percentage of Tiffany jewellery sold on eBay is counterfiet. And, unless you have experience purchase authentic Tiffany jewelery from thier stores or their official website, it can be easy to be fooled into believing the auction item is authentic. If you fell victim to one of these sellers you CAN get your money back.

Here’s how….

1. As soon as you suspect that your item may be fake, take one of the following steps:
   a) Go to Tiffanys dot com and check your item against the photos of the authentic piece.
   b) Look at the piece under a magnifying glass. If the item has links, carefully examine all of the links. They should be soldered closed. Look at all of the engraving. You’re looking for misspellings and small dots in the engraving. Small dots are a sign of lazer copying. Tiffany does not use lazer engraving. They engrave by hand or by machine.
   c)Send me the auction number so I can review it and offer my opinion.
   d) Take the item to your nearest Tiffany & Co. store if there’s one within driving distance. Tiffany & Co. employees are not allowed to authenticate jewelry but they will tell you if they believe it to be fake.
   e) Take the item to a reputable, experienced high-end jeweler who has experience with estate pieces. They may be able to render a good opinion.
2. Once you’re satisfied that you’ve purchased a fake, email the seller. At this point, I prefer to take the approach that it was an honest mistake. Assume that the seller didn’t know he/she was selling fake merchandise. This usually has a better success at getting a quick refund from the seller. Being accusatory puts the seller on the defensive and reduces your chances of a speedy refund. Tell the seller that you will be shipping the item(s) back to him/her and expect a full refund, including the shipping fees. Let him know that you will forward a delivery confirmation as soon as you have one. Be sure that you’re shipping to the correct address.
3. If you receive an unfavorable response from the seller or if you don’t receive a timely response, immediately contact eBay’s resolution center to report this auction as a fake: http://resolutioncenter.ebay.com/
4. IMMEDIATELY log on to your PayPal account. Click the Resolution Center link at he top of the page to open a dispute. In that dispute, state that the merchandise is counterfeit and that you’ve shipped it back to the seller. Include the delivery confirmation number. Shipping the item back expedites your refund. Note: no matter what the seller states in the auction, you have 45 days from the payment date to open a dispute. A seller’s “No Refund” policy is NOT valid in the case of counterfiet items.PayPal will send an email to the seller and will include what you’ve written in the dispute. PayPal will also immediately freeze the seller’s account for the total amount you’ve paid (including shipping). The seller should respond to that email.
5. If the seller responds unfavorably and doesn’t issue a refund, log back on to your PayPal account and escalate the dispute to a claim. Again, include the delivery confirmation number. This allows PayPal to track the delivery and verify that the seller has received the return.
6. After you’ve received your refund, be sure to leave negative feedback for the seller and state that the reason is that the item was proven to be a fake. This helps to protect future buyers. As of April 1, 2008 sellers are prohibited from leaving negative feedback for sellers. You no longer need to fear retaliation for honest feedback!

What happens now?

You will receive copies of any correspondance the seller sends to PayPal. If the seller continues to deny the claim, PayPal will investigate. Most of this is done automatically and you may not hear from PayPal again. Don’t fret. On the 30th day from the day your escalated the dispute to a claim, the entire amount of money that you paid to the seller will be returned to your PayPal account. If PayPal is able to verify the return of the item, you may receive your refund even sooner.

PayPal Policy: PayPal automatically holds payments for eBay items if the seller…

• has been an eBay member for less than 6 months and sells and item for more than $100
• has an eBay feedback score of less than 100 and sells and item for more than $100
• has a buyer dissatisfaction percentage greater than 5%
• has an average DSR (detailed seller rating) of less than 4.5
• has received fewer than 20 DSRs in the past 12 months
• is listing in a high-risk category

PayPal will release the hold…

• When the buyer leaves positive feedback
• 3 days pass after proof the item was delivered
• 21 days pass without a dispute, claim, chargeback or reversal filed on the transaction.
  PayPal may hold the funds longer if a dispute, claim, chargeback, reversal or other action to disupte the payment has been filed.

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I appreciate the time you spent reading this guide and I sincerely hope you’ve found it helpful to choose the real tiffanys necklaces, tiffany pendants, or tiffany bracelets etc.

♥ More related arcticls here:

4 Steps to Spot a Fake Tiffany & Co. Necklace

How To Spot Fake Tiffany Co Jewellery

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• UGG Australian Boots

According to the fashion experts, UGG Boots will be one of if not the most popular boots again this year, blending stylish simplicity with luxurious comfort. UGG Australian Boots are made from 100% Australian Merino sheepskin and are super comfortable to wear. You may not want to take them off! The wool fleece lining molds to your feet and is designed to be worn without socks, keeping your feet at an ideal temperature whether it’s hot or cold outside. Cute, cozy, and irresistibly hip UGG boots are a must have for this season.

• Bearpaw Boots

Bearpaw Boots are another very popular stylish boot, which features a hand-stitched soft suede upper. They are lined with luxuriously soft genuine shearling for the ultimate in warmth and comfort and too can be worn without socks. On the tall boots, the tops can be folded down to to expose the inner shearing, for a Chic Look. The two most popular models are Bearpaw 410 Eva Boot and Bearpaw Suede & Rabbit Fur Boot, which was made famous by Sarah Jessica Parker, from Sex In The City. Simply put, these boots are a must-have for women’s footwear!

• EMU Boots

EMU Boots have been around for 11 years and too are on this season’s most popular list. If you are looking for a timeless, stylish boot with durability, then EMU has what you are looking for. EMU boots are made from suede and lined with 100% Australian merino wool lining, which is not only comfortable, but warm. The new moulded rubber outer sole is constructed in two parts with a durable dual density emusole™ eva comfort outsole. Emu Bronte and Emu Hip Boots are two of their best sellers and comes in a variety of colors, black, brown, grey, pink, sand, olive and more. And this year there are even more new styles to pick from. Many celebrities like Cameron Diaz love these trendy, versatile and most importantly comfortable boots.

• Minnetonka Boots

Minnetonka Boots are not only beautifully stylish, but so comfortable it’s like wearing slippers and made with the same expert quality as the Minnetonka Moccasins. Minnetonka Boots are made from leather, suede, moosehide and deerskin - from baby moccasins to knee high boots and have crepe soles. There are many different styles and colors to choose from. The Knee Hi Fringe Boots are one of their best sellers, made famous by celebrity Kate Moss. Another best seller is the Calf Hi Triple Fringe Boot, the free flowing fringe echos your every movement. Fun to wear, heads will turn when you wear your Minnetonka boots out.

• Frye Boots

Frye Boots has certainly become very popular with celebrities wearing them, such as Ann Hathaway. They come in different styles and a wide range of colors. Frye Boots with its timeless stylish design features richly oiled all leather uppers, cushioned shock-absorbing memory insoles which make them comfortable to wear from morning til night and 2” heels. The Frye Company is the oldest operating shoe company in the United States, founded in 1863 by John A. Frye. With an illustrious history, Frye shoes have been worn by such dignitaries as Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders, adventurous pioneers traveling West in the mid and late 1800’s and even General Patton. When you buy Frye, you buy quality that has stood the test of time and is a great addition to any wardrobe.

• Chinese Laundry Boots

Chinese Laundry has a large collection of fashion forward footwear for women that has attracted the attention of a growing number of stars and celebrities, including Paris Hilton, Hilary Duff, Teri Hatcher, Courteney Cox, Kelly Clarkson, and Jennifer Love Hewitt. The Chinese Laundry Frida Boots are a suede southwestern inspired slip-on. Suede upper,cushioned shaft, padded footbed and rubber sole with an approx. 1/2″ heel. The elaborate stitching and slouchy shaft makes this a season must have.

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Check out our ludicrous lists, designed to give you a laugh and make the world a better place.

Ten daft computer terminology definitions…
1. BIT - A word used to describe computers, as in “Our computer cost quite a bit.”
2. CHIPS - The fattening, non-nutritional food computer users eat to avoid having to leave their keyboards for meals.
3. CURSOR - What you turn into when you can’t get your computer to perform, as in “You $#% computer!”
4. ERROR - What you made the first time you walked into a computer shop to “just look”.
5. FLOPPY - The condition of a constant computer user’s stomach due to lack of exercise and a steady diet of junk food (see Chips).
6. BUG - What smal email does to you.
7. HARDWARE - Tools, such as lawnmowers, rakes and other heavy equipment you haven’t laid a finger on since getting your computer.
8. EXPANSION UNIT - The new room you have to build on to your home to house your computer and all its peripherals.
9. MENU - What you’ll never see again after buying a computer because you’ll be too poor to eat in a restaurant.
10. WINDOW - What you finally chuck your computer out of.

Web-site …… Back of computer, under the desk (spider territory)

Byte ……… What you stop computing for when your tummy rumbles

Spreadsheet ……. Old cloth you throw over your computer to keep it dust free

Password ……. Written at bottom of Computer Class exam paper e.g. Distinction /Credit / Pass/Fail/Good try/ Try Flower arranging.

Floppy Disk ….. A Hard Disk when left too close to radiator

Ink Jet ……. What you get over your shirt when fiddling with your fountain pen while computing

Interface …. When your monitor is on the blink and is so dim you can see your face reflected in it.

Program …. Adustment of your computer to default from Imperial to Metric system.

MONITOR - The wife that says you’ve been on there long enough - and unplugs just before you’ve pressed the save key.

SPAM - What you have to eat as it is all you can afford since buying your computer.

Software ……. Comfortable clothing used while computing e.g.

DAYTIME: Track suit, T shirt, Ugg Boots …… NIGHT TIME: Dressing gown over pyjamas.

As ♥Ugg boots♥ come in a distinct line of natural colors, you can also get them blue, pink, black, lilac and chestnut varieties. Once you have got them, and your feet looking and feeling good in the new stylish sheepskin boots, the nest step ahead is you need to keep your sheepskin uggs looking as pleasant as on the day you brought them.

Let’s think about the places and surfaces you will be wearing uggs. Though sheepskin boots can keep your foot warm and comfy even in cold weather (up to -30 degrees) they are not equal to that of snow boots. You should not wear uggs while walking on the wet pavements or snow surfaces as that will damage the quality of the boots.

Try to avoid your ugg boots getting wet as much as possible, since water will reduce their lifespan. One of the best things to keep your new uggs clean and good is to protect them with the “Water Repellent” products. Applying qualtiy and branded water repellent products to sheepskin boots will acts as an effective seal against dirt, discoloration and also entry of water.

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If your uggs become filthy and stained then they can be gently washed by hand with cold water. It’s better to avoid laundering them in washing machine and hot water. This may cause discoloration and permanent damage to sheepskin.

8 Tips to clean the soiled and stained uggs:

* 1. Wet the affected areas on the boots with clean and cold water.

* 2. Dip a soft cloth into a little amount of diluted cleaner or conditioner and apply smoothly on the stained areas of the boots. Never apply them directly onto uggs.

* 3. Softly, scrub the footwear with sponge or soft cloth. You can rub with pencil to remove the stain marks on your uggs prior to washing them.

* 4. If there are any persistent oily stains on your boots then apply a fine powder of white chalk to the tinge areas and rub gently with a piece of sponge.

* 5. Do not stretch the boots, but you could squeeze them to eliminate if any excess water.

* 6. Stuff the uggs with paper towels to retain their shape and allow them to dry naturally in a warm place away from direct heat or sunlight.

* 7. Once your ugg boots are dry then brush the cleaned area softly with a suede / Nubuck brush.

* 8. Apply any suitable deodorizing product or 2 tsp of baking soda to keep your boots fragrant and free from foot odor.

100% genuine sheepskin boots are a natural product, which needs to be carefully protected, so you can enjoy them for many seasons to come. Proper care and cleaning of your ugg boots will make them last longer maintaining the quality as well.

A Group Of Exemplary Tiffany Co silver, from the classical revival styles of the 1860s to the Art Deco designs of the 1930s was shown on Christie’s Silver Sale. I really feel they’re so luxury.Let’s Have A Look!

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✿ A tour-de-force ivory tankard carved with the scene of a tiger hunt. Photo: Christie’s Images Ltd 2009.

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Christie’s Important American Silver sale on January 23 is led by a group of exemplary Tiffany & Co. silver, from the classical revival styles of the 1860s to the Art Deco designs of the 1930s. A selection of works by American patriot and silversmith Paul Revere includes a soup ladle that the master silversmith crafted for himself and his wife, and engraved with their initials, PRR.

The sale’s outstanding selection of Tiffany & Co. illustrates the firm’s craftsmanship and design innovations of the 19th and 20th centuries. A dramatic mirrored centerpiece of the 1870s is grand in scale and elaborately designed, and was suited to the formal dining customs of the day (estimate: $70,000-100,000). An example of an extraordinary presentation piece of the late 19th century is The Meiggs Testimonial, which celebrated the railway engineering marvel that traversed the Andes (estimate: $50,000-70,000).

An avant-garde jewel-like inkstand from the 1880s shows the inspiration of Japanese metalwork, reflecting American collectors’ fascination with the exoticism of the Far East (estimate: $30,000-50,000). At the turn of the century, this Eastern aesthetic met with the burgeoning Art Nouveau movement and resulted in new designs like a tour-de-force ivory tankard carved with the scene of a tiger hunt (estimate: $200,000-300,000). An incredibly rare cigar box is stylistically important for its interpretation of the Art Deco style in the silver medium (estimate: $8,000-12,000).

The sale also features a special group of silver from Paul Revere, one of the most beloved patriots of the American Revolution and one of Boston’s most skilled silversmiths. Among the four lots offered is very rare discovery — a soup ladle belonging to Revere himself. Monogrammed with the initials “PRR” for Paul and Rachel Revere, it was intended for the family’s own use and is documented in the inventory of Revere’s estate in 1818 (estimate: $80,000-120,000).

Other sale highlights include a grouping of whimsical silvermounted copper hollowware by Joseph Heinrich, an important arts-and-crafts metal smith of the early 20th century. Heinrich employed a distinctly American style, with hammered surfaces and stitch-form borders, ornamented with bucolic animal forms, as shown in a water pitcher and six mugs (estimate: $7,000-10,000).

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✿ A dramatic mirrored centerpiece of the 1870s is grand in scale and elaborately designed, and was suited to the formal dining customs of the day, estimate: $70,000-100,000. Photo: Christie’s Images Ltd 2009.

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✿ The Meiggs Testimonial: a monumental parcel-gilt silver presentation centerpiece designed by James H. Whitehouse. Mark of Tiffany & co., New York, 1871, estimate: $50,000-70,000. Photo: Christie’s Images Ltd 2009.

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✿ A Parcel-Gilt Silver Inkstand Mark Of Tiffany And Co., New York, 1881-1891, estimate: $30,000-50,000. Photo: Christie’s Images Ltd 2009

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✿ A Rare Silver Art Deco Cigar Box . Mark Of Tiffany & Co., New York, Circa 1940, Design Attributed To Arthur L. Barney. Photo: Christie’s Images Ltd 2009.

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✿ An Important Silver Soup Ladle Owned By Paul And Rachel Revere . Mark Of Paul Revere, Boston, Circa 1780, estimate: $80,000-120,000. Photo: Christie’s Images Ltd 2009

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✿ A Silver-Mounted Copper Water Pitcher And Six Mugs. Attributed To Joseph Heinrich, Two Mugs Marked Made For Tiffany & Co., New York, Circa 1905-1908, estimate: $7,000-10,000. Photo: Christie’s Images Ltd 2009

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When buying a piece of Tiffany necklaces, sometimes you’re simply looking for something that goes with that great outfit. But sometimes you want something more. Sometimes, you’re looking for the prestige and cachet that comes with a quality brand. So, you’ll want to make sure that you actually have a piece from that brand if that’s what you’re looking for.

Read on to find out how to tell the difference between a true Tiffany & Co.. necklace and a fake one.

# Step 1

Check the links. If you have a true Tiffany & Co. necklace, the links will be solid and smooth. You will not be able to see where the links have been soldered together. There will be no gaps in the links. A fake might ave gaps or seams on the links.

# Step 2

Scope out the shine. All Tiffany & Co. silver products are sterling silver. They are not silver plated or any other metal. If a necklace reacts to a magnet, it is a fake because silver is not magnetic. Also, if the metal is overly shiny, it is not sterling silver and not a true Tiffany & Co. product.

# Step 3

Look for the logo. Every piece of Tiffany & Co. jewelry will show the company’s logo in the metal. If there is no logo, it’s a fake. If a necklace has a chain with a pendant on it, you should be able to find the logo stamped on both pieces. The clasp of the necklace will also be stamped with a “925″ at the base (indicating sterling silver).

# Step 4

Call a store for any other questions. If you have any doubts about your Tiffany Co necklace, you can contact a store to set up an appointment to have your piece examined.

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♥ How do you tell the difference between the fake and the real Tiffany jewellery sold online? ♥

1. Look at the photo. Is it stolen from the Tiffany Co. website? If so, you really do not know what you are buying. Make sure the photos are clear and close-up enough to show adequate detail or any flaws. You can be the judge in determining how minor or small the flaw is.

2. Read the entire description. Some sellers are claiming thier item is “Auth.” This means absolutely nothing. It does not mean Authentic. Unless the auction specifically states the item is Authentic Tiffany & Co. jewelry it may not be.

3. Look at the sellers feedback and feedback score. Beware of sellers with private feedback. They may be hiding comments made regarding fake items they sold. Also, beware of new sellers (less than 1 week) who have lots of Tiffanys for sale at cheap prices. These sellers may have had a previous eBay account suspended for selling fake items and have opened another account.

4. Look at the price. Although the auction may have started out at 99 cents, this does not necessarily mean the item is fake. Many sellers do this to keep down eBay fees. The final cost should be, at least, half of the retail value of the item(s). Steer clear of high retail priced items with a Buy It Now price of less than 1/3 the retail value. Example: $250 Return to Tiffany Oval Tag Necklace with a Buy It Now Price of $50.

5. Ask the seller questions. Honest sellers do not mind answering questions regarding authenticity. Sellers should be prompt to answer e-mails, no longer than 2 days. If you have asked the seller if the item is authentic and you do not get a response from the seller, the item is probably fake. Honest sellers are not afraid to answer questions to give additionsl photos if requested.

6. Reciepts are not a guarentee of authenticity. It is very easy to make a fake receipt. There are computer programs and fake receipt makers out there to help the crook along. In addition, many sellers who provide the receipt with the purchase are only providing a copy of the reciept as to avoid identity theft.

7. Read the Return Policy! If you do not agree with the return policy do not bid on that auction.

8. Compare the item with the Tiffany & Co. website. Although the Tiffany & Co. website only show in-stock items, it is a valuable resource. Tiffany & Co. will not authenticate items bought on eBay. They have sued eBay several times for allowing counterfiets to be sold on thier site.

9. Tiffany & Co. does not have sales! eBay is one of the few places to buy authentic items at a discounted price.

• The links on any tiffany bracelet or necklace are NOT pinched together, they are soldered together and totally smooth. You can’t tell where the link begins or ends

• The lobster clasp on a Tiffany bracelet or necklace will show EXCELLENT workmanship, if it looks like it’s a cheapie, it’s not Tiffany. In fact, the entire piece should be heavy and feel SOLID in your hand. Also, here’s a little secret, the lobster clasp will ALSO be stamped 925, at the base of the clasp.

• EVERY Tiffany piece is stamped with the Tiffany & Co. mark and the metal mark (e.g. Tiffany & Co. 925, or T & Co. 925) Many pieces are stamped with the date the piece was trademarked, the Tiffany logo, and the metal content, in that order (e.g. 2001 Tiffany & Co. 925). The pieces by artists such as Elsa Peretti, Paloma Picasso, Frank Gehry etc, will be signed as well as stamped. When buying a piece that has a chain and pendant (e.g. the Tiffany bar pendant) BOTH the pendant AND the chain will be marked Tiffany & Co 925. If the chain is marked but not the pendant, it’s most likely that the pendant isn’t Tiffany.

• Tiffany tag bracelets and necklaces are made of .925 sterling silver, and are heavy, if your jewelry feels light in comparison to it’s size, beware. Also, Tiffany sterling jewelry will photograph dark silver and even gold colored sometimes, not pure silver or silver-white. There are alot of people out there selling fake Tiffany that’s been coated with Rhodium, which gives it a whitish appearance.

• The tiffany toggle necklace is 16 inches long. The dog tag necklace and the heart tag necklace are both 15.5 inches long, they both fasten in the front and they ARE engraved with “please return to tiffany.”

• The tiffany round charm bracelet with the “please return to tiffany” is 7.5 inches long, and fastens next to the charm with a lobster clasp. The clasp, when fastened, should have the opening mechanism next to your skin. When laid flat, the clasp opening should face down.

• The heart charm on the toggle necklaces is NEVER engraved with “return to tiffany”, Tiffany doesn’t make an engraved charm toggle necklace. Only the “lifesaver” part of the necklace is engraved with “tiffany & co”. If the charm on your toggle necklace says “please return to tiffany” IT’S NOT TIFFANY AND THEY WON’T WANT IT BACK!!

• The Tiffany round tag necklace is fastened in the BACK, as is the oval dogtag bracelet, and they are engraved with “please return to tiffany”. Only the heart toggle necklace, heart tag necklace and the oval dogtag necklace are fastened in the front.

• The engraving on your return to tiffany bracelet should be completely and totally sharp and clear to read. If it’s unclear or looks sub-par, (ALL TOGETHER NOW)… IT’S NOT TIFFANY!!

• There are many items engraved with “please return to tiffany”, and you will need to go to tiffany offical website to check what you see on ebay against the real deal. Go to “collections” at the top of the page and click on “return to tiffany.”

• In regards to the “double heart” necklaces I’ve seen floating out there, be aware that the hearts should NOT BE CURVED in any way, but should be shaped JUST like the hearts on Tiffany’s tag necklace and bracelet. ONLY THE LARGER, BOTTOM HEART IS ENGRAVED with Tiffany & Co. The top heart is BLANK! Also, the hearts hang at an angle from the chain, if you’re looking at the necklace, the chain should go through the LEFT side of the heart. The fake one’s have the chain going through the top of the hearts. Don’t fall for those necklaces that have both hearts engraved, or that have “curved” hearts, those AREN’T TIFFANY!!

• Authentic item’s “care card” feels like a thick cardstock material and the two fake cards (one fake didn’t have a card at all) feel very flimsy. The front of the authentic card ONLY says “Tiffany & Co.” whereas the fakes say “Tiffany & Co. Care of Sterling Silver” The back of the authentic card is titled “CARE OF STERLING SILVER” and it never says “Thank you” for your purchase. The fake cards I have say “thank you for selecting this sterling silver gift from Tiffany & Co.” The writing on the fake is larger and you can see a punctuation error even! The authentic card mentions not using chlorine and bleach, but the fake one does not.

• Authentic item comes in a beautiful bag that is made well and the color inside is the same as outside. Some fake bag sare white on the interior. The authentic bag usually feels thicker and of more quality material. The writing on the outside feels almost deeply printed within the material and the fake feels like it was stamped on there. The authentic font looks darker and the fakes usually look faded. The color of the fake bags look darker than the bright authentic ones. If you look at the craftsmanship of the bag on interior and exterior, you can tell.

☃ HOW TO SPOT A FAKE TIFFANY POUCH