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Genuine, premium leather—that’s how you know if something is fine-quality. And when it comes to leather, Italian leather is among the finest in the world. It’s actually a misnomer, because “Italian leather” doesn’t necessarily have to be made in Italy. It actually refers more to the quality of the hides and the process used to produce the leather. If you're trying to figure out if something is made with genuine Italian leather, there are a few things you can keep an eye out for.

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Examine the surface of the leather. [1]

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Check for a certificate of authenticity.

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Be wary of suspiciously-low prices.

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  1. Compare the price of the item to other similar items made with Italian leather. If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. You could be looking at fake leather.
    • For reference, an Italian leather handbag can cost between $170-$300 USD.
    • Sometimes you can get lucky and find something made with real Italian leather at a thrift store. In that case, it very well could be underpriced!
    • You don’t necessarily have to go with name-brand Italian leather. There are lots of smaller and lesser-known manufacturers that produce great, authentic Italian leather.
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