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I spotted and purchased immediately at about 4 AM E.S.T what i am fervently hoping and praying is an authentic 2004 or 2003 Red PH First bag, but it seems almost "too good to be true" since it is purported to be in like new condition, so I am justifiably feeling very apprehensive and anxious that it may be counterfeit. :-* The color appears to be that of 2003 Red, but the alleged receipt that comes with the bag is dated 2004. I purchased it from Vestiare Collective from a reputable seller named Sophie with a "trusted profile" and already paid the duty/import fees too in advance, and in the comments section, there is someone alleging that they believe it is fake and why they think so.
Anyways, my only area of expertise in authenticating Balenciaga bags are those with G21 hardware from 2007 --2011. I have no experience whatsoever in buying Bal oldies, and this would be my first, so I truly have no idea if I have just been duped or whether I have serendipitously stumbled upon an exceedingly rare jewel, and I would be deeply grateful for any help in authenticating you can provide. Obviously, adequate pictures have not been provided, but I am hoping and praying that with your expertise,Bal intuition, considerable experience, and well-honed authenticating instincts, that you might be able to infer anyways the bag's authenticity or lack thereof from the pictures that are included. Thank you so much in advance for your assistance!!
According to the seller's replies to questions, the bag is "sold with the receipt, extra straps, quality control, and dust bag. Perfect condition, inside and out.the bag was purchased at the Balenciaga store in 2004 in New York (invoice provided the shop) it was brought a few hours on one occasion and perfectly preserved in its dustbag and box in the dressing room."
Item Name: Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag
Item Number: 1972410
Seller ID: SOPHIE
Link: http://www.vestiairecollective.com/...ather-motorcycle-bag-balenciaga-1972410.shtml
Even though not all the necessary pics are present I can see a few obvious red flags. I believe this is not authentic, unfortunately.
This thread moves fast; I'm sorry you got skipped. Can you reference your post # so an authenticator can access it easier?
This is the 3rd time I posted on this thread. Please do check my pictures. Thank you so much!!!
City with Giant Rose Gold
There are two things I am not so sure of: Rose gold color faded, thread came out from the handle end. Please see detail pictures.
City with Giant Rose Gold
There are two things I am not so sure of: Rose gold color faded, thread came out from the handle end. Please see detail pictures.
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I just re posted the pictures. Would you please kindly take a look and provide your professional opinion on this purse? Thank you in advance!
I'm not an authenticator, so please don't take my opinion as fact. That being said I don't see any inconsistencies in the features pictured. However, I'd feel a lot better if we can get a more definite opinion; I'm sure Conni or Peacebabe or Sssy will be along soon.
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Thank you so much for letting me know atlantis1982!! I appreciate your help and lending your expertise tremendously. Obviously, I feel profoundly disheartened and really upset to hear this especially since I have already paid for the bag and the import fees (Vestiare now requires you to pay them before they ship it to you) and cannot imagine having to pay to mail it back to France...uughhh!!! :'( I truly do not know what to do now. ;-((
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