How to Spot Fake Tiffany Jewelery

Tiffany & Co. jewelry is highly coveted and has a very distinct appearance. Because so many women desire Tiffany jewelry, counterfeit lookalikes are common, especially on auction websites where it's harder to tell if what you're seeing is the real deal or not. However, if you know what to look out for, you can avoid purchasing imitations when you want the real thing.

Instructions

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Consider the seller. The odds that a street vendor's wares include genuine Tiffany jewelry are not high. On auction sites, like ebay.com, sellers usually have ratings. Check these for any comments on the seller that should warn you away.

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Check for images when purchasing online. If the image is stock or clearly not of the actual item up for sale, be concerned. If the seller has included pictures, inspect them carefully for details you'd look for if you saw the item in person.

3

Look for the Tiffany & Co. signature on the jewelry. It should be spelled correctly, and should be well-engraved. Anything that looks cheap is likely not real. Visit the Tiffany & Co. website to compare the style and location of the engraving.

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Check for a ".925" stamped on the pendant, chain and clasp. Real Tiffany & Co. jewelry always has this stamp in all three locations.

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Weigh the jewelry in your hand, if buying in person. If it feels hollow and light, it's likely a fake. It should be fairly heavy. Also check for an unnaturally bright finish. This is another sign that what you're holding isn't real Tiffany & Co. jewelry.

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Avoid any deals that seem too good to be true. It's possible a seller's price is so low because they're desperate for money, but it's more likely that it's low because they're selling a fake.