This is by far the best-looking fake Hoyo we've posted on the gallery, but it still has some glaring mistakes. First, there is no significant embossing anywhere on the band. The crown in the centerpiece and part of the design adorning the wings should be raised. Second, the dull bronze tone should be more of a gold color. Because of the drab color, the band lacks any shimmering detail. Third, the proportions of the band are wrong. The left wing extending from the centerpiece is too short and slightly thinner than a true Hoyo band. Last, the words "Hoyo de Monterrey" and "Habana" are too slim while "Jose" and "Gener" are too fat.
It's important to remember that even genuine Hoyo bands are imperfect. For example, the embossing outline may be off-line or the entire pattern layout may be askew. The design of the band will always remain constant, however.
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