[REAL vs. FAKE] VCA Vintage Alhambra Bracelet - Comparing SUPER-FAKE to Genuine | My First Luxury

The VanCleef&Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Bracelet is without a doubt one of the most iconic jewelry piece from VanCleef&Arpels. Everybody wants one. The Vintage Alhambra bracelet in yellow gold with mother-of-pearl shown in the video comes in at $3,900 in the U.S. - cheap fakes can be found for less than $50, Super-Fakes will set you back more than $100. But how good are they?
Can you tell a Super-Fake from a Genuine VCA Vintage Alhambra Bracelet? The answer is yes!
There are certain criteria you can detect without magnification but if you want to make sure you get yourself a magnifier and you will see plenty of differences and giveaways.
Let’s take a close look at these two pieces and find the signs to differentiate a fake from a genuine Vintage Alhambra Bracelet.
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If you read this then you deserve a short summary of the key points of how to tell the genuine VCA Vintage Alhambra bracelet from the Super-Fake. Most, if not all of these points, are valid for any of the VanCleef&Arpels pieces.
• check the French gold eagle hallmark on the closing hoop of the chain
• take a very close look at the clasp itself - the logo engraving, the edges and finish inside and out
• inspect the hoops of the Alhambra charm where the chain links attach
• inspect the beads on the Alhambra charms - VanCleef&Arpels finishes the beads on their Alhambra jewelry to perfection and you'll notice that it simply looks pleasant and worthy
• another clear giveaway are the prongs that are bend in to hold the centre gem of the Alhambra - since fakes won't use solid gold you can see the grey base material showing through here and there
Always watch out and never fall for fakes!
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[@nikkil764]

That’s why I prefer fine jewelry that is priced based on the actual materials included not a “brand” that impacts the cost so greatly. I’m fine with paying thousands for gold and precious stones but not for the brand name.

[@tigerlilly9038]

Same, I cannot bring myself to buy Chanel jewelry, it's all costume! Invest in fine metals, gemstones for the price!!

[@nikkil764]

@@tigerlilly9038 Exactly. I’ve read so many reviews about the “pearls” falling out and sending Chanel jewelry back to be glued. Real jewelry isn’t glued.

[@janamagcanlas2397]

Vancleef has a good resale value same as gold. So it can be an investment.

[@janamagcanlas2397]

@@tigerlilly9038 if you read the chanel website it even says there that is made of steel, not even stainless steel or plated silver. Its the same material of jewelry that you get at f21 for 10$ but they just overpriced it to 700$. Although, vancleef has a good resale value regardless of the material. It can be an investment. Its not for the people need to spend an entire paycheck just for jewelry. Its for people who has so much money that they dont know where to put it anymore.

[@safinaa1304]

@@janamagcanlas2397 TBH those who can afford it, are not really wearing the Alhambra.

[@lillylee2410]

In Dubai there are plenty of super fakes using real gold & stones. Half price if not more from the brand. But go ahead, pay for the marketing.

[@cameronjames9534]

This.

[@indisentertainment7149]

I went this route

[@jasminejackson6368]

Point me in the right direction

[@allcapsalex]

Actually went the similar route got them for 600 each

[@ibtissam4604]

Which stores do you recommend? 😊

[@helloxluxury]

That detail though 👌🏻 I love how detailed your camera shots are ✨ thank you for sharing and comparing the two - it’s always super helpful and really makes you appreciate the craftsmanship behind genuine pieces ☺️ P.S. your hair and makeup is on point! 😍 gorgeous babe! 😘💕

[@MyFirstLuxury]

Appreciate you watching & sharing my dearest 💗 on the other hand, i hope this video makes us who own the genuine pieces feel special & happy, because how perfect they are made!

[@kazaabitboll2026]

Hey big salute to you. As a VCA vip for the last 40 years with vintage Alhambra from Paris I am so happy to see this.

[@ummwhodidnt]

40 years wow! I’m looking to buy my first piece but after watching this I’m just going to have to order directly from them since I’m no where near a store. Idk why I even debated going another route 😅

[@razamughal4582]

to think, i only discovered this brand exists, today 😂

[@billiexluxury]

Wow your camera is sooo clear, once you zoom in you can definitely see which one is fake but otherwise you absolutely cannot tell. That’s crazy! I only buy my jewellery from the store as this really freaks me out 😮 thank you for your detailed comparison and showing everyone what to look out for when purchasing!

[@kklvoescc]

Scary to think that these are out there. Your detailed shots are amazing. When you do the closeups it really makes you appreciate the craftsmanship of the original. Great video! 🥰🥰🥰

[@MyFirstLuxury]

Thank YOU so much dear 💕 filling these details have definitely made me appreciate the original piece I own and the design details so much more. I hope this helps those who buy from outside the boutique who seek a peace of mind.

[@BlackandGoldStyle]

I love it when you tried them with the closed eyes, this is so much fun

[@MyFirstLuxury]

🤪 thanks for that love! I try 😂

[@maggie19ful]

Now where can I buy the fake

[@juju4027]

I got a good one from etsy. It's made from gold plated silver and the stones are real as well, so the quality is of course not comparable to the authentic one but not bad at all considering the price (I paid 50€) I really like the way it looks and can not afford the authentic one, that's why I bought the fake one

[@maggie19ful]

@@juju4027 I have found where to buy the superfake it cost about a thousad dollars.Its real 18k gold and real gemstones.They copy everything to a T ,the craftmanship is almost identical to the authentic ones.Amazing.I only bought 1 as I cannot still afford the price even if it is fake:))

[@ssfunvideos3525]

I bought a fake one but still 18k. I love it♥️

[@Kikimaria100]

@@maggie19ful from where?

[@Kikimaria100]

@@ssfunvideos3525 from where?

[@diyarfarraji5765]

Where to get the fake one from?

[@xeracalm2023]

One thing you need to understand that if you are getting a true super fake - they will use 18k gold and not just silver plated. those fakes will cost you far more than 100USD. It is incredible how even this one looks against the real one

[@megand5672]

Where?

[@JakeMeacham-l1e]

whats do you get it, ive looked everywhere.

[@galliano100]

@@JakeMeacham-l1eI ordered mine from Miss Chen Bespoke. It cost me 980 USDA they use real gold

[@pinkbn]

❤️Thanks for the video, I love how you zoomed in to show every details of the bracelet also, the box! I feel like I can find out counterfeit piece going forward. Hope you can upload more videos like this.

[@winlovegan]

doesn’t matter. You’re paying for the brand as with everything else. As long as it’s real gold you can sell it.

[@kellydunigan6232]

That is still quite a good job with the counterfeit. I hate to think of how many have sold it to a unsuspecting customer knowing such a thing 😕 and even more so I hate to think who bought them unknowingly. Just terrible.

[@BlackandGoldStyle]

I am super scared to buy jewellery pre-loved because I worried that I will be sold a fake and I won't even know it.

[@MyFirstLuxury]

🥵 I know babe, it’s a stressful thing to buy outside the boutique due to lack of authentication. Luckily all my jewelry came from the boutique with the exception of a few which I borrowed from friends for videos.

[@staceyb.5878]

Ok but where can I get the fake one?

[@jeanawilliamsen6722]

DHgate

[@staceyb.5878]

Can anyone tell me where to get this fake one??

[@melikeetoo]

Always on point with the details mama!! Even with the boxes 😱😱😱😱😱😱

[@Iihgyedvjiyfvbjgddn]

Well if the fakes are at this level, i would go with it😂 if its very much cheaper than the real one

[@linziibinzii]

Such a great video! Love the closeups you provided. I don’t think I could buy pre-loved.. would rather know my piece is genuine from the boutique :)

[@MyFirstLuxury]

That’s the best way to go 😉 thank you for watching!

[@JakeMeacham-l1e]

please someone let me know what the superfake is called cant find it anywhere!

[@christinagreaves7932]

Where do i get this fake ?

[@DazzleWitch]

Really great video, but I must say the replica isn't that amazing of quality. There are replicas which use the exact same materials as the original, not fake gold. Pretty scary.

[@safinaa1304]

Exactly! This is not even close to a super fake

[@fatimamuhammad909]

Kindly I want address to buy fake one

[@Caramela-g3p]

disappointed, there is no link for the fake one 🥺

[@ShweMyaukMyauk]

Ewwwwwwwww

[@Caramela-g3p]

@@ShweMyaukMyauk 🙄

[@zharentan1392]

If that Fake vca with real 18k gold and real mother pearl then I don’t mind buying them , that’s save a lot of $$$ gold is gold no matter what.

[@staceyb.5878]

I wish she'd tell us where to get it

[@oladotunolaniji2131]

I got mine and its 18k Gold.i don't want to know if it's fake or not I tested the gold and it's real gold.

[@zharentan1392]

@@staceyb.5878 I can tell you where to buy, I got mine it’s 18k gold , real mother of pearl, it’s called inspired vca hongkong setting

[@zharentan1392]

@@oladotunolaniji2131 was it hongkong setting ?

[@Lifeisapartydresslikeit]

Imagine… as the years go by the fakes get better and better!!

[@ummwhodidnt]

Also. Curious to know how much you paid for the fake?

[@misuumisuu]

would love another video for the necklace too!!!!!!

[@natnichab.1410]

Wow, amazing work! Love it.

[@marikoum4141]

What about of opposite side of lock?

[@LYlmaz]

Where did you get the super fake one? 😍🙄

[@milkandcereal22]

That’s why I wanna know!

[@oovick56oo]

Thank you for this video! Very helpful when buying pre-loved items

[@preethinagashri4984]

Interesting. How do you actually get the super fake one ?

[@Nbsba]

Just don’t buy any fake ones

[@juliettolato2012]

Just wondering where to actually get fake one?

[@staceyb.5878]

Me too!

[@grumpycat1348]

Whatsapp this number. [phone] not sure if they're 1:1 but you can ask.

[@anfal78]

There are many in my country and it's made of real 18k gold with real diamond !

[@melikeetoo]

Such a great reference video!!! 🙇🏻‍♀️🙇🏻‍♀️🙇🏻‍♀️🙇🏻‍♀️

[@chriscsy3633]

U can soooooooo easily tell the fake when the reflection hits the mother of pearl surface. 🙄 too easy.

[@myhuynh2907]

Hi! I just purchased a bracelet, but wanted to ask if you could help take a look to see if you can spot it being real or fake? Please let me know. Much appreciated!

[@ummwhodidnt]

If you gotta ask it’s fake

[@BlackandGoldStyle]

Such a great comparison video!

[@MyFirstLuxury]

Appreciate you so much!

[@elianh2091]

You did a great job! Thank you.

[@teresitamina3803]

Hi can i ask the fake alhambra bracelete dont have serial number

[@ME-mb7kv]

Whats the best websites for online shopping u use it ?

[@mayexplore1208]

LOVE WATCHING UR VIDEO♥️

[@s2emmuip]

I believe the eagle stamp on the end hoop is the jeweller’s hallmark.

[@perthfanny3017]

No I think it has do with the gold. I believe the jeweler's hallmark is made of letters!

[@rosathomas6610]

The difference in the pearl beading is such an obvious giveaway

[@MyFirstLuxury]

YES! I’m so in love with the perfectly rounded pearls 🤍

[@sabrinamcewen1981]

I found myself saying yeah I plainly see the difference 🧐🤔🤔but how much $$ am I saving by purchasing said abomination?? I mean the fake is cute and I could care less. Who's clocking me like that to be like 'Sis, is that a Van Queef or a VanCleef??"😂😂 On the other hand I'm glad you show those who are willing to invest in real pieces that there are underhanded sellers passing off fakes as real. I'm just a person who is willing to buy fakes bcuz I don't want to spend my hard earned cash on something that could easily be lost or stolen. If I lose the fake on vacation, I could care less

[@bujitea8522]

I like the fake ones color lol

[@kazaabitboll2026]

Sothebys had to withdraw a Bulgari high jewellers suite after I looked at it at a viewing. Via my x10 loupe it was obvious it was an Asian setting. Lol the catalogue had been printed already.. ha ha item withdrawn from sale it said online

[@ummwhodidnt]

Lol nice 👌🏽

[@eannicole205]

Art is work. To copy someone else's design is not ok. That said, I wish the original was in the hundreds instead of the thousands in cost 🤦‍♀️

[@juju4027]

If the original's price was really based on the worth of the design, craftsmanship and materials, I would never buy fake products. However, I think luxury brand prices nowadays are meant to serve as a gate keeping factor and will always become more expensive if the brand finds that people are willing to pay that much. Meanwhile the worker's wages usually stay very low, even if the end product costs thousands. For this reason I almost find it unethical to buy from Chanel etc, it's better to buy from smaller brands that work ethically who also come up with their own beautiful designs and will likely have a better quality as well

[@swatiagrawal15]

I think the fake one was also made in the same factory & because it wasn’t up to the quality so they didn’t put the brand name- all of these are made in the same facility .. China, Vietnam or somewhere - just the quality was rejected by these brand names - I know some factories in India make clothing/ purses for all the big brands for a fraction of the price .. & the ones that gets rejected is sold in local market .. almost everything is similar .. just my observation 🤷🏻‍♀️ thank you!

[@momof1576]

My sil’s family own 4 factories. She says that most fakes are done by employees who bring home scraps and they make the same product at home as what they do all day at the factory. That goes for handbags too. She also told me that the story that fakes are funding terrorists is garbage.

[@mvcw89]

Where did you get the fake one please? I want it 😂

[@zarda2]

Magnifying glass 🔎 needed haha

[@Melina51076]

Where can i find this super Fake?

[@winnieo6837]

Is the fake one made of real gold and mother of pearl? Or just some inexpensive material with poor crafting?

[@neri4950]

I wonder too!

[@staceyb.5878]

Gold over silver

[@rothameas9339]

Thank you so much for sharing this video is very helpful 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@raycab3023]

That means they are not genuine gold?

[@latefortheparty1440]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@MyFirstLuxury]

🙂 glad you enjoyed it!

[@ccyoutube8793]

Fake it till you make it 😂

[@ummwhodidnt]

The stamp on the hoop link on the super fake looked like a chicken head 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@christophe3893]

WOW! Thanks for sharing such information. Hugs

[@MyFirstLuxury]

Any time! Thank you for watching✨

[@alishaazu]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@__sj.diary__1167]

Thanks for sharing and very informative video💖

[@MyFirstLuxury]

Thanks for watching!

[@sichuanpeppercorn5197]

Hi can you do necklace of vca

[@Pierson520]

🤣

[@Aryobarzan606]

Eagles on the stamp means 18k gold …. Logo in France

[@debbebuhat]

I still go for original and I usually buy from the store… I buy gold pieces in japan or Saudi Arabia

[@ummwhodidnt]

Sure lol

[@azuradawn9348]

It’s available in the Philippines… 😂 just buy from reputable sellers, they get it direct from Saudi Arabia… you pay per gram…

[@Invisiblebaddie]

Pretty darn good dupe lol

[@BbBb-ul6mm]

It is easy to find out the fake one. Thought they can do it better lol

[@LLLadySSS]

Is the "fake" made of actual 18k gold? Is it actually made of mother of pearl? Say no more.

[@Kendraanne09]

The GIVEAWAY OMGGGG

[@bloochoob]

I bought a Von Peeved bracelet, I’ve been scammed! 😂

[@ummwhodidnt]

😂😂😂😂 Von Peeved and Corals lol I’m trying to buy my first one and am trying to not get scammed but I think ima just have to order from them directly since I’m no where near a store

[@РауанРаспеков]

Nice👍

[@JuanChos-i7t]

Just the same....it is both gold

[@Nbsba]

I am tired of seeing the fake ones !!

[@BELLABIP0109]

This is scary wow

[@botagozzhumasheva3941]

such a large font of letters , nothing is clear video

[@ummwhodidnt]

????? Go buy your fake 😂

[@christinagreaves7932]

Fake for me !!! Bored after a year , used to be fake rolex everywhere ! Nobody gets to look that close ! Want the look , get fake , save money for holidays😂

[@moodlesoup]

It's Ah-lumbra.

[@Bella0480]

Fakes don’t hold value people. If you have a rolex or things like it it increases in value. Your cheap knockoffs break and are worthless over time. It is called an investment

[@mhylceyamada]

why do you keep on saying super fake one?lucky you,coz you can buy the real and super expensive one.

[@akin518]

Nice video but you ARE we using to much THE SUPER FAKE

[@leannetaylor8568]

Where's the fake from? 😂

[@ZitaMaria-lc3nu]

Godf

[@vivyrox7202]

seen lots of better super fakes as well as gold ones ...

[@MOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOM]

Not big different at all

[@warn1ngrvptur3tv17]

❤️❤️❤️

[@PaulinaCapitão-m3l]

To be honest this bracelet is just expensive because of the brand. Lol

[@jennyzhou520]

Like 👍 Helpful 🔔

[@sichuanpeppercorn5197]

[@sunnykgaming2541]

Tbh they look the same lol 😅

[@nerfminet4704]

Who cares?

[@yaleyale5933]

I buy mine fake lol

[@maggie19ful]

Everything is copied nowadays and scarily precisely copied,cartier,LV ,chanel any luxury brand

[@MyFirstLuxury]

Purpose of this video is to serve those who buy from second hand market & avoid purchasing fake

[@curlyhairdudeify]

That is perhaps the world's dumbest and overly priced bracelet (V&A).... It has probable 5 grams of 75% pure gold, the rest of the weight mother of pearl (cheap)... With a 200% price mark up. I'll take the fake one. Any time.

[@ummwhodidnt]

Lol my Cartier love ring in gold is probably worth 200 bucks and I paid 2200 😂 I know I know 🤡

[@janelee6924]

Who cares wether you wear authentic or the fake one. People will always judge you by your looks, It is always how you carry it and how looks good on you. I know some people who wear the authentic one but always misjudged that they were wearing fake one because it doesn’t look good on them. But anyway the purpose of this video is really helpful especially to those people who always buy pre loved jewelry so we can avoid being deceived by other people. 👍

[@brendagiannella6400]

💯 agree

[@C4rl05XD]

i mean it's a jewlery after all ... there was a tv series in korea .. singles inferno, and this contestant wore fakes bags outfits jewlerry all the program long, only after people find out, they cancelled her, and before it , they was all praising her style ..

[@ssfunvideos3525]

I have a fake vca, real 18k gold and i love it♥️

[@vannaeldwijk7075]

You know it's fake.

[@cocobombshell]

@@ssfunvideos3525 girl where would you recommend buying such a bracelet 🤓🤗 thank you in advance

[@alexadr0874]

I don’t care if it’s fake as long as it’s real gold and mother of pearl. 😜

[@melodiechartier5173]

same, i have one 18 karat gold mother of pearl it even has the VCA stamp, but it was not made by van clef, who cares, it's gold and mother of pearl same material... just as food

[@zharentan1392]

The worse part when u pawn them the price is the same😂😂 they pay the weight of the gold and they don’t care the brand. If the real vca is 12g and the inspired vca is 12g the original price vca is 5000, the copy is 1500 u get the same amount in the pawn shop maybe 600$😂😂😂 gold is gold with brand or no brand as long as it is 18k gold same weight they are the same😝

[@zharentan1392]

@@noelleshalash1234 try to get the hongkong setting it’s a copy of the original. 18k gold

[@acthegreat]

y’all are so slow. you can sell the original for close to its original price. you can’t do that with a fake. you are also paying for craftsmanship and the best of the materials they are using. nothing wrong with wearing fake stuff if that’s your style, but there is indeed distinct differences

[@TheSillysmartass]

I have so many real gold and gemstones of these VC jewelry. They look the same but in real gold which is better. I can wear it anytime anywhere… swimming at the pool, beach, jacuzzi, … no need to take them off. The buy back prices are great too. As beautiful as the real ones plus so carefree with them. Feels like when you wear the real one you have to be more careful with them. I am not that kind of person, so i’ll keep buying the real gold one.

[@littleblackbabycat]

Get the fake and save money😘

[@marinavor]

But at the same time the real one’s price is not just for craftsmanship and materials only, but the brand markup. I’d rather buy a $20 fake one because no one will look at my wrist with a magnifying glass :))

[@luxpetite]

This scares me to buy jewelry not directly from the store at the risk of getting a super fake. It’s great to see the craftsmanship of VCA up close. Love the comparison Vivian 🥰

[@MyFirstLuxury]

I completely understand and am scared of buying jewelry at the after market myself, so! let's continue do what we know the best, shop from the boutique 😆💖

[@Cate98765]

If someone is wearing a super fake. I wouldn’t even notice these details mentioned. No one ever looks that closely to someone’s bracelets. But this video is super helpful for those buying second hand.

[@MaryPoppins131]

If you need a microscope to see a difference between a 100$ piece and a 10000$, I think the choice is easy... Spend the remaining 9900$ on a first class ticket, nobody will doubt your bracelet is real 😂