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Hallmarking and Imitation Jewellery: What Applies

Hallmarking and Imitation Jewellery: What Applies

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What BIS hallmarking covers

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Why imitation is outside it

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What honest sellers say instead

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What to check before you buy

Frequently asked

Does imitation jewellery need a hallmark?

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Is "916" on imitation jewellery legal?

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