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So I posted a link for 3 "return to tiffany" oval tag chokers that I saw on bonanzle.com to have them authenticated. I was told 2 out of the 3 were authentic. I noticed that there was no tiffany stamp on the back of the oval. When I went into my local tiffany's just now, I asked about that, and they said that there should've been a stamp on the back. Has it always been that way? The oval tag choker has been around for as long as I can remember; maybe they didn't used to be stamped on the back? I might have to return this darn thing when it arrives. Should I bring it into tiffany's to be authenticated?

In general the RTT collection doesn't have hallmark stamps on them because it would be a little redundant but I can't say with certainty that it's always been that way. When in doubt I wouldn't even bother buying from somewhere such as Bonanzle because I'm fairly certain that they are not an authorized dealer. My outlook is this: If you don't care if what you're wearing is fake then by all means buy based on price but if you absolutely have to have something authentic then you should pay more for that peace of mind.
 
I'm new to Tiffany and I got my first bracelet and a charm yesterday. The thing is, I barely used it (pretty much just walked around the house with it) and now it already looks pretty beat up as in scratches all over the place and a scuff mark on the corner (like a metal just been chipped/rubbed off). I don't really want to go through so much trouble of exchanging it since I know it will get scratched overtime anyway.

However, I just want to know if Tiffany sterling silver just scuffs so easily. If it's something that will happen later, then I will just let it go.

Silly question, but I just need reassurance since I'm really OCD when it comes to things like this. Bear with me. TIA!

This is the charm that I have, my first one :D
http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Ite...7458-r+101323338+101288196-x+-n+6-ri+-ni+0-t+

This is a common concern among people. To my knowledge Tiffany silver doesn't scratch any more than anyone else's silver and for that matter it's not any better than anyone else's silver given that both are 925 sterling. You really are paying for the name and the design. There's is nothing that you can do to avoid your silver from scratching except not to wear it, the only other alternative is to buy a metal that scratches less easily such as Titanium.
 
I have a concer about the Tiffany SS ring - narrow.

Mine tarnished so easily after I bought it. It turned all black within like 2 wears. I also have the wide ring and it never did.

Do you think if I get it polished at Tiffany it will tarnish just as quick?
How can I prevent quick tarnishing?

Also if you had to pick one which would you choose: 1837 Lock Ring, 14 mm Bead Bracelet or Paloma's Tenderness ring.
 
In general the RTT collection doesn't have hallmark stamps on them because it would be a little redundant but I can't say with certainty that it's always been that way. When in doubt I wouldn't even bother buying from somewhere such as Bonanzle because I'm fairly certain that they are not an authorized dealer. My outlook is this: If you don't care if what you're wearing is fake then by all means buy based on price but if you absolutely have to have something authentic then you should pay more for that peace of mind.
Thank you for your reply! I did end up getting the RTT oval tag choker, and it is indeed authentic, but yes I agree that you have to really know what you are getting into when buying things that are frequently knocked off.
In all honesty, I have a RTT Heart Lock choker knockoff that I am stuck with because I don't think it's legal for me to resell it, even if I stated that it is not authentic. That was a total waste of money. I won't get duped again, that's for sure.
 
I have a concer about the Tiffany SS ring - narrow.

Mine tarnished so easily after I bought it. It turned all black within like 2 wears. I also have the wide ring and it never did.

Do you think if I get it polished at Tiffany it will tarnish just as quick?
How can I prevent quick tarnishing?

Also if you had to pick one which would you choose: 1837 Lock Ring, 14 mm Bead Bracelet or Paloma's Tenderness ring.

It could have turned black so quickly because of something you came into contact with. Buy some of Tiffany's silver polish and see if it happens again, I have a feeling it probably won't. There's not much you can do to prevent it, just take it off when you wash your hands if you'd really want to be careful and don't wear it while you put lotion on. Also store it in the pouch.

I like the 1837 lock ring.
 
Hi! I have few questions too :) Does Tiffany do custom orders if I like a design but want larger or better diamonds in it? If they do would those item still be marked T&Co? Thanks so much for being informational!
 
So I could not get eternity band with only D color diamond or in non-standard size... do they have unique specs on each ring and will give you options? Or just you get what they give you and find out later when appraised? Or all eternity bands made with exact same grade diamonds? I love Victoria band but they are only (!) $14,000. For spending so much I want diamonds to be similar quality to my other ones. Thanks so much for answering! :)
 
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So I could not get eternity band with only D color diamond or in non-standard size... do they have unique specs on each ring and will give you options? Or just you get what they give you and find out later when appraised? Or all eternity bands made with exact same grade diamonds? I love Victoria band but they are only (!) $14,000. For spending so much I want diamonds to be similar quality to my other ones. Thanks so much for answering! :)

Yeah, all eternity bands are made with the exact same grade diamonds. As big of a company as Tiffany is they have to mass produce things and it's not in their best interest to make individual pieces that aren't in a significant price range.
 
Last questions and I leave you alone :) What quality is used in eternity bands like Victoria band? Also, do you think this design is timeless and pretty? You are so super nice!
 
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Hello, just wondering if anyone could help me out here. I recently purchased some Tiffany items that I am having inspected in the "Authenticate" forum. They are fully refundable, so if I find out they are not authentic it's not a huge deal. I know that T&Co is the only authorized retailer of Tiffany products, etc, but since it was risk-free I figured I'd take the chance. Anyway, on with my question :)
Two of the items came with little "hangtags" that have Tiffany & Co. printed on the shinier side of the tag and "Made Expressly for Tiffany & Co. in Germany" (for the German-made product and Italy for the Italian one) on the rougher, more textured side of the tag. Now, I have never seen these hangtags on products I have purchased directly from Tiffany's. Although I have purchased many silver items from the store over the past 10 years, I haven't made any purchases directly from the store in maybe 2 years. Are these tags a relatively new practice? Or are they indicators of fakes? Thanks in advance for your input!!
Also - has the stock for the care cards changed? I quite often did not receive care cards from Tiffany's, so I only had one to compare to. It was a more textured piece of paper than the one I recently received from my order in question. Also, the lettering on my authentic card is darker and appears slightly higher-up on the card.

Again thanks for your time and input!!
 
Hello, just wondering if anyone could help me out here. I recently purchased some Tiffany items that I am having inspected in the "Authenticate" forum. They are fully refundable, so if I find out they are not authentic it's not a huge deal. I know that T&Co is the only authorized retailer of Tiffany products, etc, but since it was risk-free I figured I'd take the chance. Anyway, on with my question :)
Two of the items came with little "hangtags" that have Tiffany & Co. printed on the shinier side of the tag and "Made Expressly for Tiffany & Co. in Germany" (for the German-made product and Italy for the Italian one) on the rougher, more textured side of the tag. Now, I have never seen these hangtags on products I have purchased directly from Tiffany's. Although I have purchased many silver items from the store over the past 10 years, I haven't made any purchases directly from the store in maybe 2 years. Are these tags a relatively new practice? Or are they indicators of fakes? Thanks in advance for your input!!
Also - has the stock for the care cards changed? I quite often did not receive care cards from Tiffany's, so I only had one to compare to. It was a more textured piece of paper than the one I recently received from my order in question. Also, the lettering on my authentic card is darker and appears slightly higher-up on the card.

Again thanks for your time and input!!

I've seen this before, Tiffany does have products that from Germany that say "made expressly for..." but I can't think of any jewelry that says that off the top of my head. Usually it's pens or crystal or something like that. Maybe if you posted a link to the pics I could take a look.
 
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