Authenticate This BOTTEGA VENETA

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LoveLVuitton86 said:
Hello authenticators!

So you're not going to believe this... But I found this Bottega clutch at a Goodwill store nearby... It was $4... And so I've been questioning its authenticity ever since (who would leave a Bottega at a GW?!?) I haven't been able to find it anywhere online... And my authentication tag seems to be in Italian and unlike any I can find as well.

Even weirder (at least to me)... There seems to be another authentication tag sewn into the pocket... It's completely enclosed and you can't see it unless you press it against the gold silk that lines only the zippered inside pocket.

I'm sorry I don't have the required info here... But I was pretty thorough with my photos... Could someone take a look for me?

I made a Pinterest board with the photos you should be able to view titled "Bag Ladee":

http://pin.it/Fa_H9vn

Thanks in advance!
xoxo
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I don't authenticate, but I will tell you that I have (mistakenly) included designer bags in donations to Salvation Army in the past during closet purges. I have also seen that label before, the metal BV ID plate and the zipper. Other than having seen those parts previously, I don't know if its authentic or not. Sorry. I'm sure someone here will know.
 
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Thanks Diane - I appreciate your feedback! I kept looking - and I think this is a vintage clutch - I finally found another bag online with the colored crest tag and they noted this was one of the earlier tags used by Bottega. Not sure if this is correct / but really hoping someone here might be able to provide some clarity for me. If it is vintage - I can see how maybe a family member not familiar with the brand may have gotten rid of it or something similar. Really excited about this find / hope it ends up being authentic!
 
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Hi ladies! Another long break in between purchases, but I have a few weddings to go to. West Hollywood has been in a bit of a malaise what between Orlando and the narrow miss to our own Pride parade yesterday. Needed a bit of a pick me up, so I just bought this. Any thoughts as to its authenticity?

Tom

Item: VG+ GENUINE BOTTEGA VENETA NERO INTRECCIATO VD CASUAL BELT 36" MSRP $580.00

URL: http://www.ebay.com/itm/151909916459?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Seller: kendall3257

Item No.: 151909916459

Thanks very much!
 
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designerdesire said:
Hi ladies! Another long break in between purchases, but I have a few weddings to go to. West Hollywood has been in a bit of a malaise what between Orlando and the narrow miss to our own Pride parade yesterday. Needed a bit of a pick me up, so I just bought this. Any thoughts as to its authenticity?

Tom

Item: VG+ GENUINE BOTTEGA VENETA NERO INTRECCIATO VD CASUAL BELT 36" MSRP $580.00

URL: http://www.ebay.com/itm/151909916459?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Seller: kendall3257

Item No.: 151909916459

Thanks very much!
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I believe this to be authentic. It is really in bad condition. Not sure if the fettuce can be repaired
 
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septembersiren said:
I believe this to be authentic. It is really in bad condition. Not sure if the fettuce can be repaired
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Thanks very much! We'll see; I got it so cheap I'm not expecting much. However, there's a place in Beverly Hills called Arturo's Shoe Fixx that seems to be able to work magic. It's a lot of fun finding things like this and renewing them. He takes returns so if it's beyond Arturo's help, back it will go...

Would any further pictures provided upon receipt of the belt assist in solidifying your impression?
 
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designerdesire said:
Thanks very much! We'll see; I got it so cheap I'm not expecting much. However, there's a place in Beverly Hills called Arturo's Shoe Fixx that seems to be able to work magic. It's a lot of fun finding things like this and renewing them. He takes returns so if it's beyond Arturo's help, back it will go...

Would any further pictures provided upon receipt of the belt assist in solidifying your impression?
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No additional pics needed. I think it is authentic. If Arturo can't help you try Modern in NYC. That is where BV sends there repairs. There is an email address floating around here in one of the threads. I heard they don't answer emails so you might want to call.
 
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