What are the best ways to tell a fake or genuine Hermes Clic-Clac bracelet. Our illustrated guide gives you the clues to avoid being scammed by counterfeiters.
The Hèrmes Clic Clac bracelet is truly the most timeless classic from the traditional Parisian house. In different sizes and colors, this exquisite bracelet conjures up French “chic” on the wrist and transforms every movement of the hand into an unforgettable moment full of savoire-vivre! Corn oui! With our tips you can find out whether your piece of jewelry is also an original French!
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Best ways to tell a fake or genuine Hermes Clic-Clac bracelet
1. H logo
The production of the logo is one of the top ways to tell a fake or genuine Hermes Clic-Clac bracelet.
original
- the H of the Hermès logo is equally wide on all sides
- the sharpened corners are processed precisely and evenly
fake
- different widths, often wider than high
- the edges are processed unevenly
- the corners have different heights and are imprecisely rounded
2. Engraving on the inside
original
- “Made in France” is usually placed close to the bottom
- older bangles are “Made in Austria” because Hermès had them manufactured by Frey-Wille in Austria
- pay special attention to the accent above the E, Accent Grave is correct (È)
- perfect engraving
- the letters are the same size and spaced apart and are clearly legible
fake
- wrong engraving (e.g. HERMES Paris, should resemble the Hermès logo)
- no accent above the E, barely recognizable or flippant (É)
- the letters look slightly blurry and are often too large
- the engraving is indistinct
3. Production quality
original
- the H-lock is stable and can be easily pressed and turned
- the edges are neatly processed and sanded
- all edges are clean
fake
- the H-lock is difficult to turn
- the edges are processed improperly, are partially rounded
- Edges are not flush with each other
4. Material
original
- silver-plated or gold-plated steel and is accordingly heavy
- colored enamelling in steel
- the enamel has a 3-dimensional effect due to the raised edge
fake
- Steel and enamel form one unit
- no raised edge can be seen
- gold / silver painted, color is peeling off (in our example the closure behind the H-buckle)
5. Accessories
original
- orange box with Hermès logo in the middle and a brown border around the lid (also pay attention to the accent on the “e”)
- Original Hermès items are never delivered with an authenticity card
fake
- badly printed logo
- wrong color, no brown border
- Imprint in the lid
- orange authenticity card or orange envelopes / envelopes. Hermès does not have them
