2006-12-27 05:04:59 · 20 answers · asked by Kendal H 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Since the question isn't polite, I wouldn't worry about answering politely. You could just say, "You can see it, can't you? Then it must be real." Or "No, it's imaginary. I'm surprised you can see it."
Or the Ann Landers classic "Why would you ask me that?"
2006-12-27 05:06:56 · answer #1 · answered by MOM KNOWS EVERYTHING 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I think what they are really wondering it "could I find something that beautiful in my budget?" Very few people are trying to be snotty.
I am honest about my jewelry since I find no reason to lie about such things. If you find that odd arrogant person, then feel free to lie if you think it will get under their skin (teehee). If you really want to challenge them and don't care what they think about you...ask them if their hair color is real or if their boobs are real or any such personal matter. Then ask how their sex life is!
2006-12-27 15:28:02 · answer #2 · answered by Lake Lover 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's a gift from someone: "It's as real as the person who gave it to me".
If you bought it yourself: It's real jewelry yes.
2006-12-27 05:11:28 · answer #3 · answered by ♨ Wisper ► 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't bother me if someone asks me that question. These days with all of the crime around, it really doesn't make sense to have a lot of expensive jewelry. After all, you can't take it with you.
2006-12-27 05:25:04 · answer #4 · answered by Big Bear 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
In order for something to be considered "real," it has to be something tangible. If you are wearing costume jewelry and you can hold it in your hand, it is indeed "real."
"Is your ring real?"
"Absolutely."
....... It may absolutely be real costume jewelry, but they are being rude by asking you to authenticate jewelry you wear because you like it.
2006-12-27 05:08:27 · answer #5 · answered by ihave5katz 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I get that question a lot with my engagement ring. Maybe it's because I'm young.
It depends on who's asking me...if it's someone I know, or someone who knows my fiance, I say "Genuine CZ, of course" just to see the reaction. (The reaction of my fiance is the best. He's like, "sure, whatever she says....what's CZ?")
If it's someone I/we don't know, I'll just say "Why do you ask?"
2006-12-27 05:33:50 · answer #6 · answered by Just tryin' to help 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There is no polite way to ask. If they want you to know, they will tell you without you asking.
2006-12-27 07:44:02 · answer #7 · answered by brendasewer 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't think that's an unpolite question. Some people can make it sound very peculiar, though.
If you really find it offensive, you can always shrug and say "I don't know, but I like it".
2006-12-27 05:39:04 · answer #8 · answered by posmokat 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
just say , "Well, it might not be the most worthy piece of jewelry, but it has alot of sentimental value.'
2006-12-27 05:44:38 · answer #9 · answered by !♥~FaY9512~♥! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While you know which pieces of your jewerly are "real" and which aren't. I don't believe that is anyone else's business.
My standard answer is "this old thing? naw...i've had it for years"
2006-12-27 05:41:43 · answer #10 · answered by Barb 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋