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I noticed the fading on the receipts as well . Several years ago, I started making photocopies of the receipts for my records so I can keep track. I do this at my office right after I buy something and they have not faded. I think it is a combination of the paper or ink used in the register receipts- it just doesn't last.
Since the photocopy of the receipt comes out in a letter size paper, I have used a hole punch and how have a very organized notebook with dividers for all my good things. Makes it really easy for insurance records too.
This is smart! I really need to do this since many of my h receipts have faded away.
 
Long time ago. Maybe as much as 15 or more years ago. EB could probably tell you when.

I think NM stopped carrying Hermès about 5 years ago. It was just prior to the time when Hermès opened the City Center store in DC.

Now I’m not shopping at Neimans any more, so it makes no difference to me personally.

ETA: All my old Neimans receipts have faded too.
 
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Personally, I would pass.

The savings isn’t worth it. Go the VCA...have the experience, and come home secure with you authentic piece!


Thank you for the reply. I was asking not because I want to purchase this pendant from reseller. I was looking for a holiday pendant as someone here mentioned that it available in that website and then I saw this Turquoise Pendent with such gaps. I was curious as how it happened? How the gap is so wide? As I owned the sweet Turquoise bracelet and my also have gaps. I just wonder that the gap could get bigger over time as well?
 
Thank you for the reply. I was asking not because I want to purchase this pendant from reseller. I was looking for a holiday pendant as someone here mentioned that it available in that website and then I saw this Turquoise Pendent with such gaps. I was curious as how it happened? How the gap is so wide? As I owned the sweet Turquoise bracelet and my also have gaps. I just wonder that the gap could get bigger over time as well?
My SA once told me that over the years, MOP can dry out and this creates gaps. So, maybe turquoise also
 
Thank you for the reply. I was asking not because I want to purchase this pendant from reseller. I was looking for a holiday pendant as someone here mentioned that it available in that website and then I saw this Turquoise Pendent with such gaps. I was curious as how it happened? How the gap is so wide? As I owned the sweet Turquoise bracelet and my also have gaps. I just wonder that the gap could get bigger over time as well?

Hmm ... my turquoise charm is from 2005; my bracelet is from 2010; none of the motifs have such large gaps though. Maybe not enough time has passed? Now, I am curious to know if time can cause a motif to shrink.
 
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I'm so torn. I want to order the 3 row diamond Perlee ring for my right hand middle finger. But, I'm also terribly enamored with the long Perlee interchangeable necklace. I can't do both this year.

My issue is that I want the ring most, but am afraid the necklace may be a limited release. Thoughts?
 
I'm so torn. I want to order the 3 row diamond Perlee ring for my right hand middle finger. But, I'm also terribly enamored with the long Perlee interchangeable necklace. I can't do both this year.

My issue is that I want the ring most, but am afraid the necklace may be a limited release. Thoughts?
that's a tough decision...let us know what you decide
 
I'm so torn. I want to order the 3 row diamond Perlee ring for my right hand middle finger. But, I'm also terribly enamored with the long Perlee interchangeable necklace. I can't do both this year.

My issue is that I want the ring most, but am afraid the necklace may be a limited release. Thoughts?
that's a tough decision...let us know what you decide
I was told the interchangeable pendant would be around for awhile .....
 
Cavalier Girl, I was at my boutique today and asked about the interchangeable Perlee neckace for you. I was also told it would be readily available for the future. It has been selling quite well, my boutique sold out of the first shipment but had no trouble restocking.
There was one in store and it is really quite excellent the way you get the different colors. It is really pretty. They also had several of the 3 row Perlee diamond bands in different gold colors on display. So I would think that you could get the ring now and postpone the necklace until 2020 with no worry. Hope this helps in your decision process.
 
Anyone else’s SA get info about the single guilloche pendant that was launched in China a few days ago? Apparently Birks will be getting some in September. I’m very interested even though I have the 10 motifs on deposit! Haven’t seen photos just got a message from my SA to let me know. Super exciting!
 
Anyone else’s SA get info about the single guilloche pendant that was launched in China a few days ago? Apparently Birks will be getting some in September. I’m very interested even though I have the 10 motifs on deposit! Haven’t seen photos just got a message from my SA to let me know. Super exciting!
yes! my SA sent me a pic, I didn't know it was launched in China already. looks very pretty but I don't wear pendants so it's a pass for me.
 
This is very interesting because I was organizing my receipts, COA's etc a few weeks ago and noticed that many of the receipts from pieces I purchased at VCA/Neiman Marcus (many years ago) had almost 100% faded. This includes my 20 motif turquoise and vintage Alhambra turquoise earrings. It is really sort of disconcerting that this happens to Neiman Marcus receipts for VCA. Has anyone else noticed this on purchases from Neiman Marcus many years ago? I wonder if they could be reprinted?
I don’t know how much they fade because I’ve only started collecting VCA last year. Mine all came from NM as well.

since I was revising my insurance policies with photos and everything, I took photos of the actual VCA pieces, their COA, and their receipts as part of the insurance file. Many receipts fade so this will save me if mine do.
 
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