Lladro: Real or Fake?
Spotting a fake
Lladro figurine is fairly easy once you know what to look for. Since the beginning, Lladro has stamped the bottoms of their porcelain figurines.
Stamps:
Before purchasing, make sure you can see one of these stamps on the bottom of the figurine.
eBay: Tips for Lladro Sellers
Take good pictures of your
Lladro figurine including the bottom stamp. Include the Lladro item number because that is a common search method. Also include the item name, ie "Girl With Calle Lillies" to help searchers find your item. If there was a Certificate of Authenticity, scan or take pictures of it. These tips will help your buyers find you and trust you.
eBay: Tips for Lladro Buyers
Insist on seeing a picture of the stamp before buying the figurine so you can insure it's authentic. Check the feedback of the seller to make sure they're a trustworthy vendor of Lladro products The
Lladro website is a great resource for historical information on
retired Lladro figurines.
