Q: What is this brooch made of?
A: It is crafted in sterling silver with gold details in a classic twisted rope, circular design. Tiffany sterling silver is typically marked 925 to indicate 92.5% pure silver; gold components may carry a corresponding karat mark when present. Please refer to the close-up photos for the specific hallmarks on this piece.

Q: How secure is the closure and how should I fasten it?
A: It features a traditional pin closure. To wear, guide the pin through a sturdy section of fabric (lapel, jacket, knit, or scarf) and secure it in the catch. Avoid very delicate fabrics such as fine silk or loosely woven knits; instead, pin through a seam or thicker area to prevent pulls.

Q: Can I wear this brooch as a pendant on a necklace?
A: Yes, many brooches can be worn as pendants using a small “brooch-to-pendant” converter (a tube-style bail that slides over the pin). This accessory is not included with the brooch, but it allows you to hang the piece from a chain without altering the original design.

Q: Is the brooch unisex and how can it be styled?
A: Absolutely—brooches are timeless and genderless. Wear it on a blazer lapel, at the shoulder of a dress, clustered with other pins, to secure a scarf, on a beret, or even on a handbag strap. For a classic look, place it on the left lapel; for a modern twist, experiment with placement to suit your outfit.

Q: Will the sterling silver tarnish and how do I care for it?
A: Sterling silver naturally develops tarnish with exposure to air, humidity, and cosmetics. Wipe after wear with a soft polishing cloth, clean occasionally with mild soap and warm water, then dry thoroughly. Avoid abrasive cleaners, dips on mixed-metal pieces, and prolonged contact with chlorinated water or hairsprays/perfume. Store the brooch dry, ideally in an anti‑tarnish pouch, away from direct sunlight.

Q: What hallmarks should I expect to see on Tiffany pieces?
A: Authentic Tiffany pieces typically bear a crisp TIFFANY & CO. signature and a metal fineness mark such as 925 for sterling silver; gold components may be marked 750 for 18‑carat. Hallmarks should be cleanly struck and evenly spaced. The exact placement varies by design and era.

Q: What are the measurements of this piece?
A: Approximate dimensions are 3 cm height × 3 cm width × 0.7 cm depth. Please review the product photos for scale on different angles.

Q: Are any accessories included (box, pouch, papers)?
A: Everything included is always listed under Accessories. For this item, no accessories are included. If you need a gift pouch or care cloth, please contact us and we will be happy to advise.

Q: How do you authenticate Tiffany & Co. jewellery at A Retro Tale?
A: Each piece is vetted by our in‑house experts using multi‑point checks of materials, construction, hallmarks, typography, and era‑appropriate techniques. We stand behind the authenticity of every item we sell and are happy to provide additional photos or details on request.