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1. The second E in Hermes: � (e with downward accent mark on top)(a different letter in French from a plain e or an e-aigue (�)). If that second e appears without its accent mark, that scarf is probably a non authentic; UNLESS the scarf is an old issued or special edition (for examples: Neige d'Antan in 1989 or LES ROBES and earlier JUMPING). PLEASE NOTE that fake scarves sometimes include the grave. Older designs do not follow rule. If you are not sure, let it go.
2. FABRIC TAG - if there is one: must be written in French, or in both French and English. If any other language appears on the tag, it's not authentic Hermes �. ALL Hermes scarves are made in France. If the terms "reine seide" or "seta" appear on the tag, the scarf is not authentic.
3. HEMS: always hand-rolled toward the front of the scarf and hand-sewn in thread that matches the color perfectly. If the tag is sewn on in not-matching color thread (typically black or white), the scarf is not authentic.
4. SIZE: 90 cm x 90 cm, 35 �� x by 35 ��. Repeated or rough cleaning can cause the size to change a little. YET, if a scarf appears new and the size is different, be careful. Some of the vintage Hermes scarves have smaller size, but most of the modern scarves are 35 1/2" X 35 1/2". Non authentic scarves, more often than not, are of the recent years and not vintage designs.
5. Title, Hermes logo & artist�s signature: Without these signs, be careful. Vintage scarves are exception. Older designs don't entice cypies.
WHEN IN DOUBT, ASK THE SELLER FOR GUARANTEE OF AUTHENTICITY. ALWAYS PAY WITH CREDIT CARD THROUGH PAYPAL FOR YOUR PROTECTION.
Use the following link to check on negative feedback, received and given, for any buyer or seller: http://www.toolhaus.org/cgi-bin/negs
An article about Hermes: http://www.geocities.com/globalsunset/Hermes.html
An article of known "not authentic or duplicate" Hermes scarves:
http://www.geocities.com/globalsunset/fakescarves.html?1104035907359
http://www.geocities.com/globalsunset/HERMESCHAIRMAN.html?1105248010687
How to be safe on Ebay purchase:
www.http://members.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=globalsunset
http://www.geocities.com/globalsunset/SafetyoneBay.html?1104427691750
To find an Hermes boutique, contact phone numbers or viewing new collections, please visit: www.hermes.com Pictures of fake scarves:
http://www.geocities.com/globalsunset/picturesoffak.html?1104462757937
There are seven sins in the world: Wealth without work, Pleasure without conscience, Knowledge without character, Commerce without morality, Science without humanity, Worship without sacrifice and politics without principle.
Mahatma Gandhi - Indian ascetic & nationalist leader (1869 - 1948)
The eighth sin is to speak or think badly about others without reason (Thou shall not bear false witness). Life is too short to be an evil doer or speaker. When not sure - walk away
"Who steals my purse steals trash; ...
But he that filches from me my good name
Robs me of that which not enriches him,
And makes me poor indeed."
-- Merchant of Venice, Act 3, sc. 3. (Shakespeare)
