Authenticate This 3.1 Phillip Lim

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Hi there! I am new here and was wondering whether anyone could please help me out with my large shark effect taupe Pashli, purchased from eBay back in 2013. As the seller had loads of positive feedback for designer items and users on these forums seemed to be giving her the thumbs up I didn't question the bag's authenticity, however I've since noticed a couple of red flags, namely:

-the lack of serial number
-a small 'made in china' tag in the inner pocket
-the fact that the zippers are not etched with PL
-the way in which the bag is ageing badly, e.g.: fraying around zip pulls

All of these things are making me thinking it is a very proficient copy rather than the real deal. As for the first picture sorry the logo isn't particularly clear - the logo was crossed out in pen when I received it.

Thanks in advance :smile1:
 

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Guys, please help me authenticate this. Is it genuine?

Thanks in advance
 

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Hi, I was wondering if someone could take a look at this bag and see if its authentic. Large Red pashli, no strap (older). The seller insists that its authentic, bought from Barneys. There is no serial number under the flap or marking on the hardware ( I did call Barney's and sales person had bought the older red bag and it doesn't have the serial number either, but hers has a strap). The seller has been very responsive and her closet on poshmark has higher end items, including a prada and Balenciaga bag that sold for relatively inexpensive. I'm attaching all the pictures. Thoughts - I really want red Large bag, and the only place to purchase now is on phillip lim's web, no discounts. Thanks in advance
 

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