How Can I Tell If My Mont Blanc Biro Is Real?

Search the pen for a stamp that says where it was made; these stamps are most commonly found on the nib or ring. A true Mont Blanc biro is made in Germany; if the "Made In" stamp lists any other country, it is guaranteed to be a fake.

Look for a six-point white star; this is the Mont Blanc signature, which is supposed to imitate the snow cap on the mountain Mont Blanc when seen from the sky. Many fakes will not have a six-point white star, instead using a black star or a symbol with fewer points.

Look at the ring around the end of the pen with a magnifying glass; most real Mont Blanc biros have a serial number etched into the metal. The absence of a serial number doesn't automatically mean that the pen is fake, but it does indicate that further research is required.

Check the box that came with your pen for a service manual and certificate that shows the date of sale and the authorized seller's number. If you receive a new pen in a box that doesn't contain these papers, it may be fake.

Question the price. If you find a Mont Blanc pen for sale that is very low in price, it may be fake. Some real pens may be sold for a low price by individuals unaware of their worth, but many will not be found for less than a three-digit price tag.