How to Tell Real Tiffany & Company Verses Fake
They say imitation is the highest form of flattery, but when you are spending a small fortune on a nice piece of jewelry, the last thing you want to realize is that your item is a counterfeit. Avoid being taken for a ride by arming yourself with the proper knowledge. Know some simple and effective ways to determine if the Tiffany & Company item you purchased is in fact genuine. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Check the weight. The item should feel heavy in your hand. Make sure it is not plastic or hollow.
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Make sure there is no green staining, and that the material is all medal. Use silver polish to make sure it is real silver.
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Check the engraving. Make sure the "Tiffany" engraving is properly spelled. All pieces of the item should be stamped with ".925"--this means the clasp, pendant and chain. Use a magnifying glass if you need to.
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Check the clasp. The clasp should be a lobster clasp that takes a fair amount of effort to open. It should not feel cheap or loose.
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Check the box. The box should be robin's egg blue with the glossy Tiffany's logo stamped on it. There should be a robin's egg blue bag with a drawstring to clean and protect the item and a satin white ribbon tied around the box.
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Tips & Warnings
Double check the item against it's corresponding listing on the Tiffany's website.
Avoid buying items through third-party websites such as auction sites if the seller has poor feedback and doesn't provide images of the exact piece being sold.
