Why is argos jewellery so cheap

Contact us Sign up for newsletters. Log In Register now My account. By Josh Barrie. September 3, am Updated October 14, pm. Sorry, there was a problem. More from News. Sale Product on sale. Rated 4. Add to cart. Sterling Silver Necklace — Curb, 2. Leave a Reply Cancel reply Your email address will not be published. Free UK Delivery. Hassle Free Returns. From the signature open heart necklace to the chunky silver ID bracelet, you can find lookalikes for as little as a tenth of the price in Argos.

FEMAIL selected the best Tiffany look-a-likes from Argos, as the luxury giant's classic pieces continue to filter down in to the high street. To keep prices down, often High Street jewellery is made with lower quality diamonds or a diamond substitute, such as cubic zirconia. Jewellery blogger Mellissa Williams says high street jewellery often doesn't have the same workmanship as luxury retailers such as Tiffany's, but can you spot the difference?

A Paloma Picasso design, these 4cm Tiffany hoops are 18k gold — while the Argos ones are 9k gold and almost half the size. However, the Argos version, costing a tenth of the Tiffany pendant, is also studded with tiny jewels.

Both are similar sizes, on identical chains and made of sterling silver. A modern take on the ancient infinity symbol, the Tiffany pendant is made of 18k gold, while the Argos version is 9k gold and has a scattering of tiny real diamonds. At a guess, the Argos ring was inspired by, well, the Tiffany one. Not only is it made of sterling silver too, it costs a fiver.

The Argos version, however, is cheaper still, and made of white gold. The secret to the saving here is clear: fewer diamonds, a lower purity gold 9k compared with 18k and a hollow bangle. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Argos AO. Privacy Policy Feedback. Friday, Nov 12th 5-Day Forecast.