Hermès Scarf Identification

[seton]

Do you have a mystery Hermes scarf that needs to be identified?
Need to know the date of your Hermes scarf?
Is something bothering you about a scarf that you own that you want answered?

Post your questions here. Preferably with pictures for enlightenment.

This thread was opened for easy access to newbies, making it easier for the scarf experts to keep track of questions asked, and hopefully, lessening the clutter for people who want to discuss bags only since this is called The PURSE Forum.

Please be aware that a lot of your questions can be answered if you know the name of your Hermes scarf. Approximately 75% of Hermes scarves have the title somewhere on the scarf. Usually in the middle: middle top, center of the scarf, or middle of the bottom. If your scarf has a lot of writing on it, the title is usually the phrase in the LARGEST font.

Try to type keywords of the title into one of two databases on the internet:

LUXURY-SCARVES.COM
Hermes Scarf Collectors International

Also, check the following helpful threads on tPF:

Reference: Guide to Hermes Scarves
Scarves, twillys, pocket squares... PICS ONLY!!!
How to find names of scarves from hermes.com
Pics of new AW2007 Scarves??
Spring 2008 scarves, pictures from www.hermes.com
FW2008 scarves, all pictures from www.hermes.com
http://forum.purseblog.com/hermes/ch...es-123698.html

The thread is now open for business.

[article3]

Thanks... can the mods make this a sticky? It would be a great reference! (Bookmarked all the links!) Great post, as always, seton!

[Miss Pugsley]

Hello all, I need help with this scarf!

Item: New Hermes Scarf Grand Roue black
Item 200264611518
Seller: designerbrat
link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=200264611518

Thanks so much for any information on the seller and/or authenticity of this item!

[wantitneedit]

Seton, could i please ask you a question? This scarf confuses the bejesus outta me! It looks to me like the Ex-Libris design, but this site calls it Les Voitures Hippomobiles. Please clarify for this newbie? thanks in advance
http://www.opportunities.fr/en/produ...?ref=A_OPPCA71

[Miss Pugsley]

Seton, thanks for opening this thread - I just found it and posted my inquiry about a Hermes scarf authentication and whether seller is reputable, can you help me with this?

[seton]

Originally Posted by article3

Thanks... can the mods make this a sticky? It would be a great reference! (Bookmarked all the links!) Great post, as always, seton!

I opened this thread with the permission of jag, our moderator. She promised to make this a Sticky once I started this thread.

[seton]

Originally Posted by Miss Pugsley

Hello all, I need help with this scarf! Item: New Hermes Scarf Grand Roue black Item 200264611518 Seller: designerbrat link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=200264611518 Thanks so much for any information on the seller and/or authenticity of this item!

This seller sells authentic. HOWEVER, this seller is known for showing a picture of the sale "s" stamp without a mention or explanation in the text. As long as you are fine with that, go for it. Grand Roue is so often faked that you HAVE to buy it from a seller who specializes in H scarves.

[seton]

Originally Posted by wantitneedit

Seton, could i please ask you a question? This scarf confuses the bejesus outta me! It looks to me like the Ex-Libris design, but this site calls it Les Voitures Hippomobiles. Please clarify for this newbie? thanks in advance http://www.opportunities.fr/en/produ...?ref=A_OPPCA71

You really need to email Opportunities and ask why they are calling it that. Technically, only they know why.

I will say tho that Ex-Libris is an untitled scarf and it's been my experience from 10 yrs on eBay that loads of sellers like to make up names. I have this exact same scarf (90cm navy/black, it's from the last time H offered it in 90cm silk twill, let me know if you want a pic of my scarf) and nowhere does it say "Voitures Hippomobiles" on it. And from what I can tell from Opportunities's pic, their scarf dont either.

[wantitneedit]

Seton, Thanks for your clarification. I would love to see a pic of your scarf. I love this cw, i think navy and black is a gorgeous combination, very classic in my mind. I think Opportunities is known for not disclosing all the info re items, or indeed, getting it right! As i will never be able to afford this design in the coveted cashmere shawl, the silk twill is my only opportunity, pardon the pun.!
Regarding sellers making up names, i agree, it happens alot, and for newbies researching scarves, it becomes laborious..... thanks again for your help

[Encore Hermes]

~~~~~~~~~~~~Thank You!!!!!~~~~~~~~~~~
I have a couple I've run into dead ends with. I will do some pics in a couple days. Again~~~~~~~ T.Y.

[LeMonde]

Originally Posted by Miss Pugsley

Hello all, I need help with this scarf! Item: New Hermes Scarf Grand Roue black Item 200264611518 Seller: designerbrat link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=200264611518 Thanks so much for any information on the seller and/or authenticity of this item!

I just posted my reply on the other thread; in case you missed it:

Originally Posted by LeMonde

I never heard of this seller before so I did some research for you and tried to read as many comments as I could (quite a few) on tPF; here is a link so you can read them too: (you'll get search results for this seller; I know the forum may be a bit confusing at the beginning; don't click on the thread's titles in bold, click the on the direct link of the beginning of the post in smaller font): http://forum.purseblog.com/search.php?searchid=6308080 I haven't seen one negative comment about this seller. The only thing that bothers me with her is that she doesn't explain that S merchandise is from sale... I saw this scarf at the sale, as well as two others this seller offers, so I have a 'good feeling'. I'm not an expert enough to tell you 100% if the scarf is authentic but I hope you'll find my other input useful. Good luck!

[Brennamom]

Hello Seton! I'm not sure I buy the story, but would like info on the scarf....

Item: Carriage Estate
Seller: kawbiz
link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&it em=280276668944

and this one too, please...

Item: Vue Du Carrosse Galere
Seller: cjjagger
link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&it em=120319872378

Thanks!!

[seton]

Originally Posted by Brennamom

Hello Seton! I'm not sure I buy the story, but would like info on the scarf.... Item: Carriage Estate Seller: kawbiz link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&it em=280276668944

It's referred to as Ex-Libris. Please note that this is a very very old version. It doesnt have the grave or the hyphen between the "HERMES" and the "PARIS" as modern versions do. I personally would not go over $80-100 for this one but it's up to you.

My info on the design can be found here
http://hermesology.wordpress.com/200...x-libris-1946/

Quote:

and this one too, please... Item: Vue Du Carrosse Galere Seller: cjjagger link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&it em=120319872378 Thanks!!

It's referred to by the words on the bottom right - La Reale.

Quote:

from luxury-scarves: Reale ,La by Hugo Grygkar Firstissue: 1953

This is reissued about every 5 yrs or so by H.

[seton]

Originally Posted by wantitneedit

Seton, Thanks for your clarification. I would love to see a pic of your scarf. I love this cw, i think navy and black is a gorgeous combination, very classic in my mind. I think Opportunities is known for not disclosing all the info re items, or indeed, getting it right! As i will never be able to afford this design in the coveted cashmere shawl, the silk twill is my only opportunity, pardon the pun.! Regarding sellers making up names, i agree, it happens alot, and for newbies researching scarves, it becomes laborious..... thanks again for your help

YW. I will post my pic in the Ode to ExLibris thread so as not to veer too off-topic. Look out for it.

[wantitneedit]

^lovely seton, thank-you.