My Tips on How to Spot a Fake Pandora!

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  • Опубліковано 10 лис 2018

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  • @inokurisu
    @inokurisu 5 років тому +6

    A newbie like me needs some helpful tips from you. Thanks for sharing.

  • @MyPandoraCharmedLife
    @MyPandoraCharmedLife 5 років тому +12

    WOW!! You have amazing attention to detail! This is SUCH a wonderful video! I will be sharing it for sure! A must see! Thank you for making this!!

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  5 років тому

      My Pandora Charmed Life Thank you! It’s unfortunate that such well made counterfeits are out there! Especially for the new Pandora collector, I hope this video will be helpful!

    • @2003kt
      @2003kt 5 років тому

      I purchased some pandora charms and one paved Bracelet in Rue La La , do you know if their pandora stuffs are Authentic???

    • @abbiejoliec3133
      @abbiejoliec3133 5 років тому +1

      Lu Ferreiro I think you can be very comfortable with RuLaLa purchases!

    • @jimena6194
      @jimena6194 4 роки тому

      Lu Ferreiro rue la la Is authorized as a retailer so don’t worry it’s authentic

  • @marycosgrove1587
    @marycosgrove1587 5 років тому +2

    Thank you Kathleen! You have a great eye and are so knowledgeable. I really needed to see this because I basically get most of mine for right now at least second hand. I have some great sources but every now and then you take a chance.

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  5 років тому

      Mary Cosgrove thank you for watching! I have also purchased my Pandora second hand too.... some authentic, some fake. Just sharing my tips for new collectors and what to look for.... the Pandora stamps are so very important! The fonts should match and not be too faded.... thanks again for watching my video :)

  • @nanschey5743
    @nanschey5743 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks so much! I'm new to Pandora. I saw a charm on ebay I wanted but after using your tips and checking an offical photo it was obvious to see it was not genuine Pandora. Thanks again!

  • @ShannonMoody
    @ShannonMoody 4 роки тому +4

    I just recently started collecting Pandora. I just posted my newest haul. Thank you for the video!! Definitely helpful!

  • @floran620
    @floran620 3 роки тому +4

    There's plenty of fakes on eBay that makes it impossible to find authentic charms. Many sellers that sell fake charms have almost a 100% review because a lot of people think they're getting a good deal.

  • @MyPandoraCharmedLife
    @MyPandoraCharmedLife 5 років тому +2

    I really really really want your teacup charm to be authentic! I rewinded a lot and compared to mine (also bought at a store) and they look super similar!

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  5 років тому

      My Pandora Charmed Life I did the same! I watched your video over and paused but my teacup is questionable :(

  • @simplysilent2980
    @simplysilent2980 4 роки тому

    Very helpful video. Thank you.

  • @ruthieperales6840
    @ruthieperales6840 Рік тому

    Hi Panda! What a beautiful bracelet! Love the hint of color that compliments the gold. God bless!

  • @2003kt
    @2003kt 5 років тому

    Thanks for sharing , wow you're really good to find out if it's fake or not !!!!

  • @ImogenLaciMai
    @ImogenLaciMai Рік тому

    I've had a defected Pandora charm that I received actually a couple of months ago off of the Pandora store (collected from the official store in person). I actually just decided to keep it because I found it pretty fascinating that one slipped through the net! But it was another one (I already owned one that I also bought and collected in an official store) of the glow-in-the-dark pumpkin as I wanted it symmetrical. The hole on one side is bigger than normal. Just a bit, but you can tell it's a mistake on the hole sizing (it's only on one side too) as the charm sits ever so slightly off balance but I just thought it was unique.

  • @pdarling6812
    @pdarling6812 5 років тому

    Thanks for sharing your thoughts on authentic or fake Pandor🌺🐞

  • @mirict90
    @mirict90 4 роки тому +1

    Hello, love the video! Thank you. I wanted to address something I came across in your video, I was in a Pandora Store: The lady did have trouble putting the charm on the bracelet and said it can happen from time to time. I definitely agree to purchase from Pandora.

  • @MyPandoraCharmedLife
    @MyPandoraCharmedLife 5 років тому +11

    I just went and looked at my queen bee after seeing this. I bought her at a concept store so she’s for sure authentic. The crown is the same as yours. 6 points and not rounded the frog prince. But i do have a clear stamp on the bottom.

  • @juliebergacker5680
    @juliebergacker5680 5 років тому

    Thank you! Good to know👍

  • @zozocatxx24
    @zozocatxx24 3 роки тому +1

    I have currently got 2 pandora bracelets right now but mine are real from the pandora store and one for my last birthday! But this is so interesting how they look so real when they are not 🤯

  • @ariramirez8799
    @ariramirez8799 4 роки тому +2

    sometimes beads dont thread, ive had a few real ones like that, and sometimes it depends on the bracelet

  • @jameekabutts6553
    @jameekabutts6553 3 роки тому +1

    That is why I ALWAYS order directly from their website or from their actual stores. I don’t care about their prices being high. I want my money’s worth!

  • @meera7596
    @meera7596 3 роки тому

    OMG, thanks for your information. I just got a bracelet from Pandora physical store and was shopping for charms online but not anymore. I will get them at the Pandora store. :)

  • @glammaof3871
    @glammaof3871 6 місяців тому

    It's precisely why..my guy/I only purchase directly from the store. They keep a record of it and have replaced a pave' clipped bracelet of mine! 🤗.
    They will also replace broken charms if needed! 😊

  • @guadab8434
    @guadab8434 5 років тому +1

    wow you hav alot of charms and they're all cute

  • @amelliamendel2227
    @amelliamendel2227 3 роки тому +5

    If you're so concerned with making sure it's "real" go to the store. I think it's sad that you're so concerned about it being "real", what difference does it make? You can send all your fake charms to me, I'll be happy with them!

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  2 роки тому

      Sometimes the charms I want are retired & no longer available in store….. Pandora retires many charms every year……personally I want an authentic charm!

    • @charliefen7056
      @charliefen7056 2 роки тому

      The difference is also that Pandora themselves don’t like it. If you take a bracelet in with fake charms in for service, they won’t help you, so it does you no favours. Plus, if you are spending loads of money, you want the real thing. You can’t always go to a store and they aren’t always on the website, especially the retired ones.

  • @charmsglitzandsparklez2159
    @charmsglitzandsparklez2159 11 місяців тому

    My tracup charm has the beveling ontop. I dont wear it really. I bought the same bracelet you got from Rue lala and was so excites bc that bracelet is retired and i never see it on any sites not authorized dealer sites anyways. I was blown away rue lala finally got them. I bough two, one 7.9 and a 7.5. I would rather have two bc the snake chain bracelets do stretch over time and lose their shape. This was a huge one on my wish list.

  • @tarapreston4143
    @tarapreston4143 2 роки тому

    I know this video is now 3 years old, but I have a question. I just started collecting and bought a bracelet, two clips, and a charm directly from Pandora on their Black Friday sale. Neither the clips nor charm have any sort of stamping on it. Nothing that says Pandora, the crown, the ALE, or anything. I bought was Sweet Tree Monster (love him) and I got the Flower Patter Clip Charm (2 of them). I bought directly from Pandora I know they are real. So now I don't know what to use as a basis for comparison. Especially since many charms aren't threaded now. Any advice for the newer collectors with the newer charms?

  • @jackolinhopkins7749
    @jackolinhopkins7749 28 днів тому

    When you initiated your claim with poshmark how did you express all that information to them?

  • @kizzyb.1262
    @kizzyb.1262 3 роки тому

    Hi, I just purchased the pandora cross anchor charm that I see on your bracelet in the video. It is smaller than my other charms. However, I don’t actually have a charm of the same shape to compare, only the unicorn and the stack of books with the owl and study on it. Can you please help me? Is the charm with the anchor, heart, and cross uniform in size to the rest of your charms, or is it slightly smaller? Thanks!

  • @Lily064
    @Lily064 5 років тому +12

    Thank you so much, I recently paid about $350 for a full pandora set on poshmark. It was fake...So I put in a claim to refund it. I'm probably just going to save until I can buy it legit

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  5 років тому +2

      Lily C. I have been seeing a lot of fakes on Poshmark lately... so much that I do not buy anymore Pandora on Posh. It’s a shame bc there are legit sellers.... I don’t know why Poshmark allows it!
      Save your $$ & buy this bracelet in the store....wait for a promo too!
      Thanks for watching :)

    • @jimena6194
      @jimena6194 4 роки тому +1

      Kathleen I bought my very first clips on eBay and honestly they’re likely fake because although both are stamped one of them is probably real and the other feels too easy to open for a clip and it’s magnetic and the charms aren’t magnetic :( but I no longer wear them I just got myself new ones from the store, and put away the first ones as a memory :)

    • @mekahughes2276
      @mekahughes2276 4 роки тому +1

      @@edwardgingerwillis7181 I agree. I have bought twice with no issues from this seller.

    • @ashleyclemons7061
      @ashleyclemons7061 3 роки тому +1

      Pandora is actually reasonable. Just bought a bracelet for 86.00

    • @marciawelch1633
      @marciawelch1633 3 роки тому +1

      Did you save for a real one.

  • @DianaturalBey13
    @DianaturalBey13 5 місяців тому

    Do Pandora bracelets have magnetic clasps? Specifically, the classic barrel clasp.

  • @shirijakov78
    @shirijakov78 4 роки тому +1

    The fake one is prettier for sure

  • @Jolenesmart1980
    @Jolenesmart1980 2 роки тому

    The oxidised bracelet if that just a bracket that’s gonna black from being tarnished or do you buy them new like?

  • @BlondieUP
    @BlondieUP 5 років тому

    Thank u amazing video

  • @Tezzysgirl
    @Tezzysgirl Рік тому

    What about in the leather necklaces the clasp on mine seems very light

  • @mycharmedunicorn8715
    @mycharmedunicorn8715 4 роки тому

    Would you be interested in a teacup or rose charm?

  • @anhpolarishoang2484
    @anhpolarishoang2484 8 місяців тому

    What is your poshmark? I would love to buy from you

  • @miloc6507
    @miloc6507 2 роки тому

    Anyone know a website where we can see maybe a catalog of true pandora charms ?? So we can compare and all that

  • @jenniferashley9551
    @jenniferashley9551 4 роки тому +1

    If you order from Pandora's Box online you can see the markings for the 925 very lightly but right now I'm questioning whether I even got a real or a fake from the store online does anybody know anything about the Pandora's Box online?

  • @ethernicagape3163
    @ethernicagape3163 4 роки тому +3

    This is why I only buy them at the store, nothing second hand or Ebay... This is the only way to be sure that the stock is real. After been scamed on Ebay with a purple shimmering murano charm. I bring it at the store and realized that the shimmers was not the same at all and real one was way more sparkly and the fake was dull. I only lost $18 but it's frustating anyway. I prefer to pay the higher possible price but not to be scammed.

    • @annabanabanana
      @annabanabanana 3 роки тому

      Just sucks when something is retired so you only have the option of buying second hand. 😭. Otherwise I completely agree with you.

  • @sharondenn2284
    @sharondenn2284 5 років тому

    Hi, this is a really helpful video, thank you

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  5 років тому

      Sharon Denn Thank you!

  • @lindiharley7284
    @lindiharley7284 2 роки тому

    Can u help me please, I want to buy one but can't tell if it's fake

  • @yvonneburns2786
    @yvonneburns2786 5 років тому

    Oh I don't know about you but I'd collect the fake ones as well for comparison to the real ones, like example pieces to have ready when looking for genuine ones

  • @tinamcdill438
    @tinamcdill438 4 роки тому

    what about the stamp in the bracelet was there S925 ALE

  • @thewideawakeclub4843
    @thewideawakeclub4843 4 роки тому

    I want to buy my daughter a pandora ring from eBay. How will I know if it’s the real McCoy?? What question would I ask the buyer to catch them out. So that I know that their reply will be valid to the item.
    Wow! Thank you for showing this.
    That’s a good point. If they’re selling them in bulk. That should send alarm bells ringing.
    Are all pandora rings stamped?

  • @danamccorkhill1954
    @danamccorkhill1954 3 роки тому +1

    I have both the frog prince and queen bee. They were both bought at pandora stores and the crowns are different.

    • @gina2190
      @gina2190 3 роки тому

      True , may I ask on ur bee is stamp 925 ALE all perfect same size or not ? Did u get it many years ago or just b4 discontinued , I, unsure bout mine stamp not perfect u see, I’m wondering if mine is fake or early pandora b4 stamps were made uniform perfect etc cheers !

    • @danamccorkhill1954
      @danamccorkhill1954 3 роки тому

      @@gina2190 it appears to be the all the same size

  • @dawnbowers3828
    @dawnbowers3828 5 років тому +2

    I have the teacup, one of my very first charms, yours looks like the real deal

  • @inkypanda2779
    @inkypanda2779 5 років тому +1

    Your rose charm might still be authentic but defective. My watermelon charm which I bought at an pandora outlet doesnt fit on one side and the other side is very tight also. I almost have to force it in each time.

  • @gigglesrash
    @gigglesrash 5 років тому +1

    I ordered from charms from Etsy and they were fake. I was so disappointed. Thank you for this video. I’m going to to purchase from a retailer from now on.

    • @jimena6194
      @jimena6194 4 роки тому

      Rasheedat Adams Etsy especially isn’t good, a lot of their charms are made and just sold cheaply for a profit

  • @MuelaBravaTV
    @MuelaBravaTV Місяць тому

    The barrel clasp in my wife bracelet doesn’t say ALE & it’s magnetic. The bracelet itself is not magnetic & has good weight. Can it be a fake? It was a gift from a coworker that came with an authentic charm.

  • @Grandmagaga60
    @Grandmagaga60 5 років тому

    Just a comment as far as weather defective charms can slip through on Pandora...I was buying a dangle recently that has 4 keys hanging down that spell out LOVE....these spelled LVOE! I brought it to the attention of the manager and she said...’yep, it’s a defective charm’ and set it aside. It does happen on occasion and it can still be authentic. Also, the Queen Bee’s crown on stock photos does look different than the crown on the fish or frog prince....no little ‘balls’ on the crown tips. Here’s hoping yours is authentic. I have heard they will authenticate pieces in store but when I went there were 4 young SA’s and none of them agreed with each other on details but were all quick to say mine were real because they were stamped correctly...so I don’t know whether all employees are experienced enough that you can trust their authentication ability.

  • @charmsglitzandsparklez2159
    @charmsglitzandsparklez2159 2 роки тому

    My frog and bee is the same as your except my bee has the stamping but I think your bee is authentic. I think yours is real. The crown is different on the bee than the frog. They don't have the same crown. Other crowned charms are different as well.

  • @aileenordaz61
    @aileenordaz61 4 роки тому

    I recently purchased some pandora jewelry, can I send you pictures of it for help authenticating as stores are closed right now?

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  4 роки тому

      I’m sorry but I cannot guarantee authenticity except for purchasing through Pandora....

  • @inevermetnobodylikeyou7738
    @inevermetnobodylikeyou7738 4 роки тому

    I’m trying to buy a Pandora for cheap for Mother’s Day and I don’t know if it’s real or not.

  • @007NateNasty
    @007NateNasty 10 місяців тому

    I need help knowing if a Ferris Wheel is real or fake.

  • @moritz8203
    @moritz8203 2 роки тому

    I love fake pandoras! 😍

  • @MyPandoraCharmedLife
    @MyPandoraCharmedLife 5 років тому +1

    Omg it doesn’t even go on!

  • @leannemuller9344
    @leannemuller9344 5 років тому

    I just bought the same bracelet from a real store that closed but now selling on eBay. The bracelet came in a bag with the stickers/ tags and receipt. It's for Christmas. I got it out and used your video to compare. I've got a good one. Ticked all your checks. Even found the tiny stamp inside the clasp. Another thing I've picked up with fakes is there's often no gap between the s and 925. Although some newer fakes seem to have worked that out. Sometimes one edge can be warn more as it depends what charms were rubbing on their bracelet. But you are right. Sometimes you just can't get rid of that nagging feeling. Your fake bracelet sounds tinny too. Great review.

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  5 років тому

      leanne muller Thank you for watching! I’m so surprised how good the fake ones are too.... I almost never buy pre-owned anymore .... :(

  • @aviancaliste5887
    @aviancaliste5887 5 років тому +1

    Hello maybe you can help me I bought a lock your promise clip from someone and not only can I not find the 925 stamp but I can’t clip it on the clip station on my bracelet. The person I bought it from told me that the clip is not made to clip on the clip grove I am to clip it on to the smooth part of the bracelet which I find strange. They also told me that not all pandora have the 925 stamp which I also find strange. Do you have one of these clips is your possession that you can verify this for me please?

  • @ashleybows5289
    @ashleybows5289 5 років тому

    Hey just so you know you do not need to send counterfeit back , it’s illegal actually and they can’t require you to do it . Just purchased a lot on eBay all really good fakes and was told not to send it back and to dispose of it

    • @gigglesrash
      @gigglesrash 5 років тому +2

      Ashley Bows I hope you got a refund

  • @phatgyrl95ify
    @phatgyrl95ify Рік тому

    I just received some fake pandora charms from Etsy that I am returning tomorrow. My thing is why are they promoting the items as authentic rather than Pandora dupes? I’m sure there are some people who may not mind having dupes but for those of us who are seeking genuine pieces that more than likely are not available anymore by Pandora or the authorized retailers, we shouldn’t have to deal with the scamming sellers trying to make a dollar out of fifteen cents 🤬 Going forward, I’m just going to stick with Pandora and the authorized retailers for any retired or hard to come by pieces.

  • @ShinkuGouki
    @ShinkuGouki 5 років тому +3

    Thank you,I almost got ripped off

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  5 років тому +1

      Satsui Nohado Be aware! The fakes are so good today....hope I helped

  • @Kiannas_Creaties
    @Kiannas_Creaties 4 роки тому +7

    I bought my queen bee from an official Pandora dealer years ago and the crown looks exactly like yours. I don’t think yours is fake.

    • @KittensNJ
      @KittensNJ  4 роки тому +3

      Kianna's Creaties Thank you!! I love love this charm!

    • @gina2190
      @gina2190 3 роки тому

      May I ask is the hallmark perfectly straight and u unformed on ale and 925 or not ? Mines a bit suspect as it’s not perfect. Thanks

  • @ange.p-7585
    @ange.p-7585 Рік тому

    Do you realize,the rose charms have also the swirl in opposit direktions 😳🤣❤🙋‍♀️

  • @marieazrak1951
    @marieazrak1951 2 місяці тому

    In my personal opinion to be honest, I don’t really care if something from Pandora is real or fake jewelry piece or Chime because each person is different and what they can afford some people who work not very expensive jobs like airport, jobs or whatever they might only afford the fake stuff because the real stuff is a lot more expensive. Do you know what I mean?

  • @sumiejapan
    @sumiejapan 5 років тому

    Thank you. I just got cheated online in Japan,

  • @deloresayers4677
    @deloresayers4677 4 роки тому +1

    I CARE TOO 😱!!!

  • @gina2190
    @gina2190 3 роки тому

    Queen bee ( 790227 pandora cat no) original does not hAve big lumpy kinda dots on each bit of crown, not like frog prince , not at least in Nordstrom pics from years ago. Not on catalogue pic, but tiny dots which would wear easily . Maybe the ale s925 wore away ?
    I’d like to know exactly how authentic ale 925 looks on it myself , if you have real one please let me know, like is 925 and Ale ment to be as:me size ? Or can one be smaller etc ? Can early ones have less perfect stamps or not ? Hard authenticating some, most are fairly easy to spot but this one has sooo many fakes. Lastly just check stamp area under iPad camera,
    I’ve had no eyes to see stamp until I looked with that then I could see it just faint we’re so old ,Great video.

  • @bondanina2615
    @bondanina2615 4 роки тому

    Yeah they will give thousands excuses... I bought authentic pandora ring at the counter

  • @jessikita2593
    @jessikita2593 Рік тому

    You do not completely screw on the fake charm

  • @laloca7155
    @laloca7155 3 роки тому

    well i got mine from pandora store •-• sadly my mom only got me one charm😪😖

  • @christinestevenson7227
    @christinestevenson7227 2 роки тому

    I will only buy mine from pandora itself I wouldn't ever get second hand 1s I want mine to be real not fake x

  • @Dragon-Slay3r
    @Dragon-Slay3r Рік тому

    They using the spot to cover the smudge cavity 😭

  • @sariwe2697
    @sariwe2697 2 роки тому

    I just received a Primrose clip charm, to replace one that I lost, from an ebay "authentic" Pandora vendor. I'm pretty sure it's a fake. {sad face}

  • @davidskeeterskeeter1835
    @davidskeeterskeeter1835 3 роки тому

    Pandora trinkets are virtually valueless folks,

  • @gina2190
    @gina2190 3 роки тому

    Yeah rose is sus, why it won’t thred on very odd. Since it would have only slid about on a bracelet it seems bit weird. Maybe someone busted thred but more likely a fake , aww sorry Hun. Hope u get money back. I’ve been lucky up to this week managed to just get good retired charms of 100% sellers on eBay. Checked them seem good , but this week two fakes ! Jarry queuing to return etc, arguments with sellers determined to be nasty coz u spot what they have done, I just keep polite and return. We all have a day wen pic looks ok and we just don’t check properly and go oh dear as soon as we open envelope. It’s not nice coz collectors love their pieces and get excited to get a new one, or new to us lol.

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    @user-pq5bs2eg2g Рік тому

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