With the advances in computers, 3D printers and shrink ray technologies, it can sometimes be difficult if you're purchasing the real deal, or just a clever forgery. There are some easy steps to tell if a miniature-sized landmark you're purchasing is the real deal:
-Has the landmark been reported missing lately?
-If it's a building, when you shake it, do you hear the screams of tiny people coming from within?
-Does it come with a certificate of authenticity?