Van Cleef & Arpels · Authentication
Perlée Clovers Bracelet: real vs fake
The Perlée Clovers Bracelet is built on a row of golden "pearl" spheres and clover stations, so a fake has to reproduce perfectly round, evenly spaced beads – a task replicas consistently stumble on. An original holds identical bead diameter and spacing plus a crisp hallmark. Upload a photo to LegitCheck AI to check the spheres, clovers, and hallmarks in a minute.
What to check on the Perlée Clovers Bracelet
Model-specific zones – on top of the brand-level signs.
Roundness of the golden beads
The row of "pearls" should be perfectly round, smooth, polished spheres of uniform diameter. Flattened, faceted, or mismatched beads are a sure sign of a replica.
Even bead spacing
The gap between beads is identical along the whole bracelet, and the row runs in a straight line. Uneven spacing or a broken bead rhythm gives away backyard assembly.
Clover stations
The clover motifs sit level and symmetrical within the bead row, without tilting relative to the line of beads. Check that each station is centered and evenly spaced.
Hallmark and serial number
The inner side or clasp is stamped with "VCA" / "Van Cleef & Arpels" and a serial number in a crisp, level punch. We don't quote the specific number format – we assess engraving quality.
750 hallmark and polish
Look for the 750 (18k) mark and a mirror polish on every sphere. Dull metal, casting seams between beads, or a missing purity mark are warning signs.
Clasp and fit
The bangle clasp closes flush and holds its shape, and the hinge shows no visible gap or misalignment. Rough, uneven clasp stamping or a visible gap in the hinge fall short of the Perlée standard.
Where to inspect
The key zones to photograph and check on this type of item – a schematic, not a product photo.
- 1Hallmark and purity
- 2Engraving
- 3Stone and setting
- 4Prongs and finish
- 5Band profile
The difference is in the details – drag the slider
Typical differences in workmanship: stitching consistency, edge finishing, detail quality. Left – factory quality, right – common replica flaws.
Replica 
Authentic Photo angles for the check
- 1 Overall view
- 2 Logo / tag
- 3 Details & stitching
- 4 Material
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FAQ
What's the main tell of an authentic Perlée?
Perfectly round, uniform, mirror-polished golden beads at even spacing. Flattened or mismatched beads are the most common replica failure.
Where is the hallmark on a Perlée bracelet?
Usually on the inner side of the band or on the clasp. Check the crispness and alignment of the "VCA" and number stamp – but note we don't publish the number format.
Does the box confirm the bracelet's authenticity?
No. Packaging and papers aren't proof – they're easy to swap. The bead roundness, hallmarks, purity mark, and clasp quality decide it.
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