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1. Fake

2. Looks ok at first glance but there aren't enough pictures to be absolutely sure

3. Authentic

4. Authentic

5. Looks good but would like to see the base of the clasp

6. Authentic
 
I usually can authenticate Tiffany but I am not 100% sure on this one. Its vintage, from the 1980’s and one of the first editions of this bracelet style. This bracelet has been discontinued for a few years now. The most recent Elsa Open Heart (when it was last available for sale) is different then the vintage version. I really need help from those who know this style from the 1980’s, not the most recent (which differs in term of the toggle and a few other minor details).
Details- this tests for full 925 sterling and the gram weight is right on track for what this should weigh at 55 grams. The links all are smooth and completely closed. Some of the ’925 Spain’ stamp/engraving has worn a bit. You can still see it but it is worn. I sent this to Tiffany in New York for cleaning and to smooth out the dings and scratches. They did a decent job but you can still see some surface scratching.
Thank you for your opinions!
 

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I wanted to follow up-
Yes, Tiffany & Co did service the piece. I know many think that Tiffany will not service a piece they deem to be fake but this is a disclaimer from the initial email that I got from Tiffany. As a side note, I have sent pieces to them before and this disclaimer is sent with all estimates for repair.

“Our terms and conditions are as follows:

We are accepting the item described above for the purpose
of servicing your merchandise, and if necessary, providing
you with a servicing cost estimate.

If an estimate is required, we may clean the item before
conducting our examination. After we have examined the
item, we may provide you with a written estimate of the
cost and time involved, although we reserve the right not
to estimate. We will not commence any work until after you
have given us your authorization.

Our examination of the item has been and will be limited,
and neither this receipt nor any document or statement made
with respect to any service shall constitute our appraisal
or opinion as to the genuineness, value, manufacture,
provenance, age or value of any item received or serviced
or of any stone contained in any item
“.

If a fake is obvious, Tiffany won’t work on it BUT they don’t scrutinize every piece, some are old and vintage…unless you have a staff member who knows the piece, they may still service the jewelry. So after reading the disclaimer, I am not taking into consideration the fact that they did service my bracelet as a factor in determining if this piece is real or not.
 
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Need help Authenticate vintage Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Heart bracelet
I usually can authenticate Tiffany but I am not 100% sure on this one. Its vintage, from the 1980’s and one of the first editions of this bracelet style. This bracelet has been discontinued for a few years now. The most recent Elsa Open Heart (when it was last available for sale) is different then the vintage version. I really need help from those who know this style from the 1980’s, not the most recent (which differs in term of the toggle and a few other minor details).
Details- this tests for full 925 sterling and the gram weight is right on track for what this should weigh at 55 grams. The links all are smooth and completely closed. Some of the ’925 Spain’ stamp/engraving has worn a bit. You can still see it but it is worn. I sent this to Tiffany in New York for cleaning and to smooth out the dings and scratches. They did a decent job but you can still see some surface scratching.
Thank you for your opinions!
 

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