Authenticate This Balenciaga

mntncat · Dec 4th, 2007, 07:24 PM

^^^if the same goes with rivets then it shouldn't be completely round circle like what is shown. I'm no expert but I've learned that's one thing to look for.

mntncat · Dec 4th, 2007, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by nicole2730

i think this is typical (the double thread in the whip-stitching) of the GH/SGH bags - all the pics look authentic to me

Oh, YES!!

Now I can fall in love with my bag!! Thank you so much Nicole2730!!

Bella · Dec 4th, 2007, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by LouiseyPeasey

Hm. I've just been asked to take a look at burukogepanda's auction... and I have to say, IMO it's not authentic. There were some really good Italian-made fakes back in 2004 that were supposed to be "seafoam", but were this color - not quite emerald, not quite seafoam. The o-ring should definitely be welded closed with no gap (and it doesn't pull apart from use when it has been welded). And I don't think there's much random inconsistency in the Balenciaga tags - it's more like a change from one season to the next, or a variation between the tags on different styles. In other words, there should be a dot; and the "i" in Italy should be lower-case. Sorry, buru...

I had a feeling you would show up. Ya......I remember those super fakes being talked about here.

I appreciate what you say about changes from one season to the next and I agree. BUT, there have been some inconsistencies with some bags due to quality control which is why I didn't rule anything out.

nicole2730 · Dec 4th, 2007, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by LouiseyPeasey

Hm. I've just been asked to take a look at burukogepanda's auction... and I have to say, IMO it's not authentic. There were some really good Italian-made fakes back in 2004 that were supposed to be "seafoam", but were this color - not quite emerald, not quite seafoam. The o-ring should definitely be welded closed with no gap (and it doesn't pull apart from use when it has been welded). And I don't think there's much random inconsistency in the Balenciaga tags - it's more like a change from one season to the next, or a variation between the tags on different styles. In other words, there should be a dot; and the "i" in Italy should be lower-case. Sorry, buru...

i am so glad you showed up - and i am so sorry for you BuruP!!!!! wow, that is the best fake i have ever seen then... hopefully you can take it back to where you got it?

Roo · Dec 4th, 2007, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by BellaFiore

I appreciate what you say about changes from one season to the next and I agree. BUT, there have been some inconsistencies with some bags due to quality control which is why I didn't rule anything out.

I totally agree with you Bella.

Decophile · Dec 4th, 2007, 08:55 PM

As I see it, LP's approach to authenticating is wholistic. We don't have too many screaming smoking guns on authentication (other than the 3666 and 3555 numbers on tags and square bales, e.g.). I don't think the missing "." alone was dispositive. It's that and other off factors, together with the absence of known authentic bags that are missing the "." But I bet LP wouldn't think a bag's counterfeit if all signs clearly pointed to authentic except for one missing "."

I'm so sorry Buru. You know I'm in your same boat.

My 04 Green Makeup Clutch is headed for the dustbin.

Bella · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Decophile

As I see it, LP's approach to authenticating is wholistic. We don't have too many screaming smoking guns on authentication (other than the 3666 and 3555 numbers on tags and square bales, e.g.). I don't think the missing "." alone was dispositive. It's that and other off factors, together with the absence of known authentic bags that are missing the "." But I bet LP wouldn't think a bag's counterfeit if all signs clearly pointed to authentic except for one missing "."

I'm so sorry Buru. You know I'm in your same boat.

My 04 Green Makeup Clutch is headed for the dustbin.

Deco.....maybe I missed the thread.....but I would love to see your 04 green MU and what it is that proves it to be fake. I would appreciate the education very much.

Glitz & Glamour · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:21 PM

Hi ladies,

I'm not sure if someone already posted this - sorry if it is a repeat. I was going to report it as a fake, but wanted to make sure.....bales and rivets don't look right....everything just looks off to me.

AUTHENTIC BALENCIAGA CITY CLASSIQUE BAG HANDBAG on eBay, also, Women's Bags, C

Bella · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:23 PM

and as far as inconsistencies........wasn't there just an authentic magenta MU or shoulder talked about here where the holes punched in the leather on the buckles were xtra large....my point being, they shouldn't have been, but it passed quality control and was sold.

The fact remains, there are always new things being discovered about these bags....04 Mystery green was not discovered untill last year......RDC discovered a past unknown color just recently.

So because we have not seen it before, it's not to say it doesn't exist.

There is no one person or one thing that is the end all be all in authenticating these bags, especially older ones....these opinions are best educated opinions.

robotdoll · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Glitz & Glamour

Hi ladies,

I'm not sure if someone already posted this - sorry if it is a repeat. I was going to report it as a fake, but wanted to make sure.....bales and rivets don't look right....everything just looks off to me.

AUTHENTIC BALENCIAGA CITY CLASSIQUE BAG HANDBAG on eBay, also, Women's Bags, C

yes, this one is a fake. the silver tag, the rivets, and the serial tags is wrong.

robotdoll · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by CleoCouture

Hi Ladies! (and gentlemen?)

This looks authentic to me, but isnt the number on the card is the number for the mini?
I'm waiting for more pics but thought I'd ask what you all thought.
THanks for you assistance!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWA:IT&ih=015

it is the right tag for the right size but yeah, need more pictures for this one.

robotdoll · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:37 PM

sorry burukogepanda that you had to pull your auction. hope it gets sorted out.

robotdoll · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Tella

I am the one that dislike Customs the most.... I was actually buying a BEAUTIFUL bag from eBay USA, previously cleared by you of course.... but I found out that I had to pay 25% more for Customs duties... So I am now wandering through ebay europe, and in the meantime I can also become one of your "fakebuster".. hard job, since they are 99% so obvious fakes...

25% more?! ouch....keep up the great job on the fakebusting!

CleoCouture · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:59 PM

Here's pic of the serial number ( i hope this works):

keodi · Dec 4th, 2007, 10:04 PM

Hi guys I was wondering is this authentic I think she's a pf'er?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270193433810&ru=http://search.ebay.com:80/search/search.dll?from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dm37%26satitle%3D 270193433810%26fvi%3D1

what do you guys think?

Dec 4th, 2007, 07:24 PM	#121
mntncat Member	Re: Authenticate This Balenciaga ^^^if the same goes with rivets then it shouldn't be completely round circle like what is shown. I'm no expert but I've learned that's one thing to look for.

Dec 4th, 2007, 08:55 PM	#126
Decophile Member Location: Denver, Colorado	Re: Authenticate This Balenciaga As I see it, LP's approach to authenticating is wholistic. We don't have too many screaming smoking guns on authentication (other than the 3666 and 3555 numbers on tags and square bales, e.g.). I don't think the missing "." alone was dispositive. It's that and other off factors, together with the absence of known authentic bags that are missing the "." But I bet LP wouldn't think a bag's counterfeit if all signs clearly pointed to authentic except for one missing "." I'm so sorry Buru. You know I'm in your same boat. My 04 Green Makeup Clutch is headed for the dustbin.

Dec 4th, 2007, 09:21 PM	#128
Glitz & Glamour Member Location: Ohio	Re: Authenticate This Balenciaga Hi ladies, I'm not sure if someone already posted this - sorry if it is a repeat. I was going to report it as a fake, but wanted to make sure.....bales and rivets don't look right....everything just looks off to me. AUTHENTIC BALENCIAGA CITY CLASSIQUE BAG HANDBAG on eBay, also, Women's Bags, C __________________ Mine, Mine, Mine!..... Bbags: Black City, White City, Ocean City, Truffle City, Anthra City, RT City, GSH Saphire City I Want, I Want, I Want!..... Bbags: Tomato GH Coin Purse, 06 Emerald City, 07 Mogano City, 06 Cognac City, Vert Thyme GGH City, Vert Fonce GGH City

Dec 4th, 2007, 09:23 PM	#129
Bella just Bella	Re: Authenticate This Balenciaga and as far as inconsistencies........wasn't there just an authentic magenta MU or shoulder talked about here where the holes punched in the leather on the buckles were xtra large....my point being, they shouldn't have been, but it passed quality control and was sold. The fact remains, there are always new things being discovered about these bags....04 Mystery green was not discovered untill last year......RDC discovered a past unknown color just recently. So because we have not seen it before, it's not to say it doesn't exist. There is no one person or one thing that is the end all be all in authenticating these bags, especially older ones....these opinions are best educated opinions. __________________

Dec 4th, 2007, 09:37 PM	#132
robotdoll Member Location: cali	Re: Authenticate This Balenciaga sorry burukogepanda that you had to pull your auction. hope it gets sorted out. __________________ me love you long time

Dec 4th, 2007, 09:59 PM	#134
CleoCouture no will power Location: Stockton (boo!) but plan on moving back to Santa Barbara at some point~!	Re: Authenticate This Balenciaga Here's pic of the serial number ( i hope this works): __________________ Wish List: Cherry Spy!!! My Collection (find purses and accessories on pg 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 and 7!) http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-showcase/cleocoutures-collection-214086.html Last edited by CleoCouture; Dec 4th, 2007 at 10:00 PM. Reason: shoot! didnt work!

Dec 4th, 2007, 10:04 PM	#135
keodi Sofa King Done.... Location: In the playground	Re: Authenticate This Balenciaga Hi guys I was wondering is this authentic I think she's a pf'er? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270193433810&ru=http://search.ebay.com:80/search/search.dll?from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dm37%26satitle%3D 270193433810%26fvi%3D1 what do you guys think?