tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post2659001314588289230..comments2024-03-28T03:40:29.423-04:00Comments on Passage des Perles: Traveling with jewelry: Stylish, sturdy SobralDuchessehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-50029064858202023242021-12-06T20:59:55.441-05:002021-12-06T20:59:55.441-05:00Gillian: It may well be the case that Sobral gains...Gillian: It may well be the case that Sobral gains more prominence. While a maker's marks offers some reassurance, it can be forged too. So, if you believe the value will increase and regard this as an investment, you may prefer the many signed Sobral pieces on the secondary market, or you can buy a pristine new piece and save the Sobral tag and bag, and store receipt. <br /><br />Appraisers and dealers authenticate by the maker's mark but more rigorously by close examination of fabrication and materials. They consult back catalogs to see whether and when the piece was made. Forgeries exist at every level but are most common for well-known status brands.<br /><br />You might enjoy the site "Real or Repro": https://www.realorrepro.com/article/Costume-Jewelry<br />which discusses how costume jewellery fakes differ from authentic pieces. <br /><br />But there is nothing like looking at the real thing to train one's eye. If you have a Sobral stockist where you live, go in and look at it (and maybe you won't be able to resist!)<br />Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-79588496259474371922021-12-06T20:10:57.476-05:002021-12-06T20:10:57.476-05:00I suppose I was looking toward the future more tha...I suppose I was looking toward the future more than this being a problem right now as I do believe this amazing jewellery will gain recognition and popularity as time goes by. When that happens to anything the con men are never far behind. To buy "just because you like it" is fabulous advice at any time, I just resent the idea of anyone being taken for a ride I spose, to be sweet talked into paying even an extra 20 quid for an item because it is made by Sobral or Gucci or whoever, when it is not. Anyway, I thank you for the opportunity to speak and to be given advise and I wish you all good luck, good health and much happiness. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03797138962364462711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-85513280555191313342021-12-06T16:50:25.239-05:002021-12-06T16:50:25.239-05:00Gillian: Thanks for this! The prudent thing to do ...Gillian: Thanks for this! The prudent thing to do is to buy from their site, or from a stockist for current pieces that come with thr certificate. Otherwise, buy signed pieces (so, older production and it would help if they said when they stopped using the glyph signature!) or just buy it because you like it. This is not precious jewellery. <br /><br />One collector says imitations have more straight, precise lines and you can easily spot fakes if you have been looking at Sobral, the lines are a bit wavy between the colours. <br /><br />But I am wondering if there are many imitations out there. (Does any reader know?) It is not easy to make this jewellery and unlike say, fake Gucci there would not be a big profit margin.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-90027623647297374312021-12-06T16:39:00.503-05:002021-12-06T16:39:00.503-05:00Sadly Jackie Sobral has made it a bit difficult fo...Sadly Jackie Sobral has made it a bit difficult for us to avoid fakes I'm afraid this is their reply to my message - <br />Jackie Brazil Team <br />Thu, Dec 2, 8:30 PM (4 days ago)<br />to me<br /><br />Hi Gillian,<br />All JB jewellery comes with an original tag. That plus the packaging (pouch and care card) is what we send with the jewellery. Currently, we do not sign the jewellery.<br />Best wishes<br />JB4YOU<br /><br /><br />On Fri, 3 Dec 2021, 03:15 Gillian Carter, wrote:<br />From: Gillian Carter <br />Subject: Signed Pieces<br /><br />Message Body:<br />Hello, I am an enormous fan of your fabulous jewellery. However I have found lately that people are trying to sell me unsigned pieces. They are telling me that your newer items are no longer signed. Is this true? How can I tell if a piece is a genuine Jackie Sobral? Thank you and kind regards Gillian<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03797138962364462711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-19534692769138124032021-12-05T08:48:54.227-05:002021-12-05T08:48:54.227-05:00Unknown: Recent Sobral pieces are laser-inscribed ...Unknown: Recent Sobral pieces are laser-inscribed with his signature glyph as shown in this post: https://getagripaccessorise.wordpress.com/2012/02/16/why-you-need-to-get-a-grip-with-jackie-brazil/<br />(The company is now called "Jackie Brazil", and a web page they posted states that their current pieces are all laser-signed.)<br /><br />Older pieces (dating from the 90's and early 2000's) have a plastic label marked 'R Sobral', the "R" is Carlos' ex-wife Rita. Early pieces ('70's- '80's) are unsigned.<br /><br />Either buy from a reputable jeweller/boutique who is a certified JackieBrazil/Sobral reseller or check for the laser signature if the piece is current production when buying from someone on a site like eBay or Etsy.<br /><br />You might get a response by contacting JackieBrazilUSA.com via FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/JackieBrazilUSA/ or one of the official stockists like Bisoux in the UK: https://www.bisouxjewellery.co.uk <br /><br />We would like to hear what you find out, thanks.<br />Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-24718051776794825992021-12-05T08:44:42.994-05:002021-12-05T08:44:42.994-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-89178539154328211152021-12-05T08:09:13.787-05:002021-12-05T08:09:13.787-05:00Sorry last comment about unsigned pieces was from ...Sorry last comment about unsigned pieces was from me, Gillian. Sorry, not very computer lit :0/Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03797138962364462711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-83226285478389564042021-12-05T04:17:50.765-05:002021-12-05T04:17:50.765-05:00I keep being told that the newer pieces are not si...I keep being told that the newer pieces are not signed? Does anyone know if this is true? I have messaged Sobrall to verify, but as yet no response. I am concerned that there may copies starting to appear. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03797138962364462711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-65532335720694690222014-06-16T16:43:37.719-04:002014-06-16T16:43:37.719-04:00Fun! I like the clear one best. Resin doesn't ...Fun! I like the clear one best. Resin doesn't always work for me; I don't like how it makes me sweaty. My favorite here is the black "stone" necklace.Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15829062955658284450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-26129664807459047512014-06-13T16:49:17.610-04:002014-06-13T16:49:17.610-04:00Dr. V.O.: There are less-chunky pieces by Sobral b...Dr. V.O.: There are less-chunky pieces by Sobral but they definitely do not do delicate.<br /><br /><br />Sandra: My blog exists to share resources so "I am the only one who knows" is kind of an anti-goal around here. Happy you found it, now let's Sobral all summer!Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-64753442929819437372014-06-13T14:42:07.098-04:002014-06-13T14:42:07.098-04:00Oh, I thought I was the only one who knew about th...Oh, I thought I was the only one who knew about this jewelry. Discovered it at a museum and have loved them since. I just recently discovered I could buy them on the web. Great stuff.Sandra Sallinhttp://www.apartfrommyart.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-31281846287581752542014-06-12T21:15:31.019-04:002014-06-12T21:15:31.019-04:00These are fantastic, thanks so much for the introd...These are fantastic, thanks so much for the introduction! Nothing amps up a minimalist outfit more than a chunky statement bracelet (a good alternative when a statement necklace seems too precious or predictable). Super fresh colors for summer -- and getting in a World Cup mood! ;) Dr. V. O.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-40441554247753236862014-06-12T19:46:12.277-04:002014-06-12T19:46:12.277-04:00All: If you click on the links you will see many o...All: If you click on the links you will see many other bracelet styles than bangles.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-64921876981856152572014-06-12T11:47:43.519-04:002014-06-12T11:47:43.519-04:00These pieces are so much fun! Once I finish editin...These pieces are so much fun! Once I finish editing my wardrobe, I shall do look at accessories to decide what to purchase. I like the colourful bangle.Madame Là-bashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16703782237948233124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-78778564254166823332014-06-12T11:15:19.571-04:002014-06-12T11:15:19.571-04:00I like those bangles but often they hurt my wrist ...I like those bangles but often they hurt my wrist - the large one at the top definitely would, but I'd try on the smaller multicoloured one - they are very pretty with summer clothes.<br /><br />Great for our World Cup viewing!lagatta à montréalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02610410709900333230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-57253097982854659982014-06-12T10:08:00.977-04:002014-06-12T10:08:00.977-04:00Ooh la la!
I love the metallic bangle!
I think I...Ooh la la! <br />I love the metallic bangle! <br />I think I have seen those multicoloured bangles here in town at the antique and collectible mall...fun especially for summer. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-77842873378455573642014-06-12T08:58:25.697-04:002014-06-12T08:58:25.697-04:00What fun pieces! Bangles are often too large for m...What fun pieces! Bangles are often too large for my hands/wrists, but I'll have to check out the rings....Susan Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16005855250089328310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-42883074434430477202014-06-12T08:42:44.826-04:002014-06-12T08:42:44.826-04:00Coincidence! I discovered Sobral online a few mon...Coincidence! I discovered Sobral online a few months ago, love the colours and the fun feeling. So perfect for summer. Apparently there is a place in the Distillery District that carries it so I'll be making a trip down there soon. It's good to hear confirmation of the high quality from someone who actually owns a piece. Thanks.LauraHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03402103522466794364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-53611388608060664902014-06-12T08:23:48.425-04:002014-06-12T08:23:48.425-04:00These are fun pieces of jewelry! Thank you for sh...These are fun pieces of jewelry! Thank you for sharing them. I especially like the mostly black ring. Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12756033682201519150noreply@blogger.com