How to identify a refurbished Nikon camera or a lens?

Here is an unconfirmed way to determine if a Nikon camera or a lens has been originally sold as refurbished – if refurbished, there should be two pinprick marks on both sides of the serial number:

Refurbished Nikon gear is sold at Amazon, B&H, Adorama, eBay, Cameta Camera and BuyDig and usually comes with a 90 day US warranty.

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Source:: Nikon Rumors