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    I have purchased what I think is real fur. I need to have it professionally proven that it is real fur so that I can file a civil case against the seller, who sold it as "fake fur." What can I do?
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    First, find an expert on fur, who can determine whether it is real or fake. If it turns out to be the real deal, contact your lawyer. Make sure you have all the proof you need in writing.
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    How can I tell if fur is real or faux?
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    Follow the instructions listed in the article above.
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    Is there a difference in weight between real and fake fur?
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    Yes, usually there is. Real fur is typically heavier than man-made material.
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    How can I tell if a coat is real with letter identifications?
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    If you see the letters A, K, F, and E in any order on the fur, then it's probably not real.
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    How can I know if stuffed fluffy toys have real or faux fur?
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    Unless you are buying toys for the rich and famous, they won't have real fur.
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    Holding it up to the light I can see the pattern of fur. Can that indicate fake or real?
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    Not really. Are you trying to look through it? Real fur has a leather backing. With fakes, you might be able to see through it, depending on how dense the fur is.
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