A luxury jewelry authenticator said there are some telltale signs of a fake Van Cleef & Arpels piece. AdvertisementOne question I get asked a lot as an authenticator is: How can I distinguish a real Van Cleef & Arpels piece from a fake? Van Cleef & Arpels is a high-end jewelry brand, so the workmanship is premium. Hallmark on the jump ringA dent on the jump ring is one identifying factor of a real Van Cleef & Arpels piece. Neatness of the side profileThe side profile of a Van Cleef & Arpels piece should look neat and tidy.

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Persons: counterfeiters, Ng Yong Shen, Van, Van Cleef, Cleef, messier Organizations: Re, Carousell Group, Craigslist, Hallmark Locations: Dubai