Real vs fake Van Cleef bracelet. How to spot fake VCA Van Cleef and Arpels Alhambra bracelet

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00:00 - Intro
00:12 - Check the motifs' surface
01:18 - Check the positioning
01:50 - Check the gold enclosure
03:42 - Check the enclosure engravings
06:00 - Check the clasp (with no engravings)
06:43 - Check the clasp with engravings


What is so special about Van Cleef and Arpels?
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Movement and asymmetry

Playing on volume and relief, Van Cleef & Arpels instills lightness and movement into each of its creations. Asymmetry imbues pieces with subtle dynamics that echo the vitality of flora, the grace of ballerinas or the flowing elegance of fabric.

Is Van Cleef the same as Cartier?
Often compared for their ranking in luxury accessory brands, yet two totally different brands within two totally different aesthetics. Van Cleef & Arpels is more focused on using stunning precious stones in their pieces while Cartier designs are more focused on pure gold in general

Is Van Cleef and Arpels worth it?
The answer is a resounding, yes! While most Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry comes with major price tags, their history of innovation, prestige, remarkable creations and flawless gemstones make their jewelry well worth their price.

How can you tell a fake Van Cleef bracelet?
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The stamp should read “Van Cleef & Arpels” or “VCA.” If your piece reads merely “Van Cleef,” it's most likely a fake. Van Cleef & Arpels uses only 18K gold. Therefore, like the signature, each piece is marked with the number “750” to indicate the metal is 75% pure.

Is Van Cleef made of real gold?
Real Van Cleef jewelry is made with platinum or 18k gold, while fakes may be made with lower gold purity. Fake Van Cleef jewelry will feel lighter than their authentic counterparts if they are made with low quality materials.

All modern Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry is stamped with the Maison's hallmark, a unique serial number and the jewelry's metal type. The stamping should be clean, legible and free of misspellings. The brand name will either be stamped 'Van Cleef & Arpels' or 'VCA', but not as 'Van Cleef'

What is VCA au750?
The brand name will either be stamped as “Van Cleef & Arpels” or “VCA.” Any jewelry stamped with just “Van Cleef” is a sign of a fake Van Cleef jewelry. The metal type will the stamped as either AU 750 for 18k gold or PT 950 for platinum.

The Evolution of Alhambra
The resounding success of the Alhambra necklace gave way to myriad beautiful renditions of the archetypal clover symbol. The Maison eventually introduced rings, bracelets, and earrings under the Van Cleef Alhambra collection featuring the clover motif inlaid with various colorful stones such as agate, turquoise, mother of pearl, carnelian, onyx, and more.