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#10,036
HeartMyMJs said:
Hi authenticators! Can you please authenticate for me? Thank you!!
Item: Chanel S Double Wallet
Seller: Yu C. on Tradesy
Item number: 13083877
Serial number: 15212821
Link: http://trsy.co/13083877
Pictures: Pictures taken by me. It just arrived today.
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The wallet in the pictures is authentic.
 
#10,037
x Heidi said:
Dear purse forum! :D
I am about to buy this lovely Le Boy in small from a seller, and would love to check if you are able to see any red flags on this??

I know that there is a few things missing to the list for a ful authenticate of this (the serialnmbr for a start, but the seller is on vacation, and has left the bag with here mum, and sells it to the first buyer that would come and pick it up!
It would be such a shame if this opportunity would go by because I feel insecure as there is no receipt following.

Hopefully there will be enough information in this pics to look at stitches, the lock and hopefully enough information to spot some red flags if there is any visible here??)

I will be SO pleased and happy if someone would respond to this!


The very best!

XoXo Heidi
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this is fake but the format isn't right either; normally if the format isn't right it will be hard to give you a response
 
#10,038
Kmora said:
I just read the updated requested information. So here comes more information.

The bag is in my possession:
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Bought at a second hand store in Sweden (Affordable Luxury).

Additional pictures (think I misunderstood some of them before?):
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TIA!
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The bag in the pictures is authentic.
Thanks for taking the login shot
In the future please also follow the requested format in Post 1 so that we have it in our database
 
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#10,040
lovecouture said:
Hello there!

First, I want to thank you for the wonderful work and guidance you provide on this site. I recently did something as simple as a serial number search and found that a boy bag I was about to pay for was counterfeit, it was simple and quick, so thank you for saving me thousands.

I understand that the authentication process is backed up at this time for many reasons, and given this service is offered on a volunteer basis, delays are expected and that's more than fine. I am aware of the other authentication sites but am newish to this one and want to try it out... And no one in my surroundings understands my obsessions... But that's for a different thread!

I would like to know what the authentication delays using this forum usually resemble and when delays are occurring, will those requests be skipped even if the requested format is respected. Are there any instances where I should repost?

Thank you all for your time and service!
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Yes if your request was between 3/5 and 3/8, please repost
if your request was before or after 3/5 and 3/8, then it was skipped for a reason. Then please see my sig link
 
#10,041
m8875 said:
Serial Number: 174xxxx
Listing number: 191814481083
Seller: fashionlover7777
Link: http://m.ebay.com/itm/191814481083
Comments: please help me authenticate. Thanks!
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I don't authenticate 17 million+ series classic boys, classic flaps and reissues unless it's from a reputable seller that I know and trust, due to the proliferation of superfakes, or unless it's a bag that to me is clearly counterfeit. Unfortunately most paid services do not do these either unless you mail them the bag.
 
#10,045
gail13 said:
We are a bit backed up on this thread which you can probably tell. Please feel free to consult
one of the recommended onine authenticators mentioned below.

There are several requests here that will be skipped as they are not in the proper format. Please take the time to read this post as well as the first two in this thread to be sure you are following the format. You can edit your post to include any missing info.

Per Roku:

I will only authenticate Chanel handbags and small leather goods:
1) if the request has an online listing link
2) or if there is no listing link available, the request includes photographs that have been taken by you, the requestor.

Additional requirements as follows:

REQUEST FORMAT: See post #1 for request format. Many requests get skipped because format is not followed or serial number is not included (must be typed out, being attached in a photographed is not sufficient). Format is important so others can search for the same item before getting it authenticated

PHOTOS REQUIRED: If the bare minimum photos are not included, your request will be skipped. Before including a request with a listing link, please make sure the listing includes the required photos prior to posting. If it does not, please procure those pictures and attach them along with your request post. See Post #2 for photos required, but especially require photos of:
Clear photo of front, back, interior shots of the bag,
a clear, up-front photo of the hologram sticker (if it exists on the bag) and
the CHANEL MADE IN FRANCE / CHANEL MADE IN ITALY / CHANEL MADE IN SPAIN stamps. (for some items including vintage items, the "Made In" stamp is located in a different location. Need both).
Hardware, back of zipper pull, back of turnlock plate photos are usually required. If it's a wallet or WOC, photo of the CHANEL PARIS on the button snap needed.
If the actual bag (the bag itself, not just the photos available) is missing the hologram sticker, or it is illegible please mention that. Detailed hardware photos become more imperative in these instances.
On the flip side, there is no need to re-attach the same photos that are already in the listing. It clogs up the thread.
If you do not have an online link and are just attaching photos, you must be the one taking the photos of the bag. Include a photo of the bag in front of your username displayed in the black menu bar of the TPF screen, to showcase you have the item in your possession. The backdrop must showcase you logged into TPF. Example here.
Other reasons why your request may have been skipped:
I do not authenticate requests without an online listing link (active or ended), including social media posts from Instagram, Facebook, or photos procured from the seller. I will still authenticate something you have in your possession. Any photos without a link must be taken by the TPF requestor (see preceding bullet).
I don't authenticate clothes, clothing accessories, shoes, jewelry, watches, cell phone chains, etc., purses and SLGs only
I don’t authenticate photos of most 17 million series and higher reissue, classic, and boy bags, unless it is from a seller who I know and trust (which are very, very few). Recommended authentication services is at the bottom of this post, but most of them don’t do photos for these either, due to so many super fakes. Sometimes, I will be able to still tell you if it's a fake or superfake.
I already authenticated or commented on that particular listing. Please do a search. That’s why we make everyone else follow the format
You're not a new member, but it seems that you only use the forum for authentication and not dialogue. Please post more, engage more in the TPF community. If you're new, and an auth reason brought you here, welcome!
Something about the bag, the listing, or the seller makes me uneasy, even though everything seems OK on the listing or photos.
Posts need to be separated into one request per post.
Due to my limited capacity I will no longer be authenticating listings from Craigslist or Gumtree
I also currently do not authenticate items on Tradesy.com due to my disappointment in the business practices of the company, where they are fully aware of the tens of thousands of misleading listings posted of items that are not in the seller's possession but in a different country, or not available for sale but undisclosed, because it helps them with SEO, traffic and advertising. Authentication in a way potentially helps a sale take place, and I have no desire to assist in the company's profits at this time. Every public shared selling platform has issues with bad listings, stolen photos, etc., but this company not only shows no attempt to fix this issue, but rather partakes in this practice and endorses these sellers, which is why I have singled this site out from others.
Due to counterfeiter lurkers on this thread and others, we are not permitted to post about authenticity attributes or discuss why's or why not's on authenticity. Keep in mind the only proof of authenticity is the item itself, and the only indicator of authenticity is if the bag is made by Chanel. Every "rule" has an exception, so on and so forth. Those "how to tell if your Chanel is authentic" tutorials do more harm then good. It's like if a doctor did a tutorial on how to perform a heart transplant. Does more harm than good, and is more dangerous than if the person knew nothing at all.

Recommended online authentication services for a small fee:
Etinceler Authentications (etincelerauthentications.com) - based in United States
Authenticate4U (authenticate4u.com) - based in the UK

Also, please do not PM me for an authentication request unless I've invited you to do so... Please post it here on this thread.

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A hundred thanks to gail13 for your support and guidance in this thread
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#10,046
Ceeyahd said:
This^.

Also, I'm in no hurry. I am requesting that my request be skipped altogether, I will resubmit sometime at a later date. Nothing is more important than health and family, while it's certainly appreciated, no one would expect or want this thread to be a priority that comes close to anyone's wellbeing, physically and emotionally. Sincerely.
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Ceeyahd said:
Hello,

I am hoping to have this little bag authenticated. If additional photos are needed I can provide additional photos as I have purchased and received this bag. I found & purchased this bag at the very end of the auction, hence not requesting an authentication opinion prior to purchase. I appreciate your time. Thank you.

Item: vintage Chanel Italy Brown Leather Snakeskin Hangbag Shoulder Bag Purse Rare
Listing #: 301878467448
Seller: Stocktongaladays
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Chanel-Italy-Brown-Leather-Snakeskin-Hangbag-Shoulder-Bag-Purse-Rare-/301878467448?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&nma=true&si=02NC6hT6khFQkk1j%252B4wyU7wZpxI%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
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Thanks for your kind words.

The bag in the pictures is authentic.

And thanks for the additional login shot; if you have an Ebay listing like you did above, then you don't need another login shot (although we won't stop you, :p it's not required). The purpose of the login shot request is for items that are not linked to an online listing, for the poster to prove they are in posession of the item. Since you have a listing link, any additional shots would be considered as part of that "listing sale" if that makes sense. But thanks for being super thorough.

Also if there is no serial please note that "Serial Number: NONE" so it's different from me glancing and thinking the request isn't following format guidelines since I go through them so quickly thanks

Circa early 1990's. Lizard trimmed kisslock pouch. Bag came in Brown, Black and a lovely Red.
 
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#10,049
gail13 said:
It seems that many sellers are opting to white out part of the auth number for various reasons. A bag can be authenticated without the number BUT it is helpful for us to have it for our searchable data base etc. and better to authenticate with it.

Please try to get the number, and if the seller watermarks their photo's with the number, better yet.

For those that don't know, watermarks are easy to do-there is some info devoted to it, if you do a search.
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+1
Also, you should always ask to see the full serial prior to purchase anyway, because that's the main way you can verify that the bag in the photos is the same bag as the bag you received. Any seller who refuses to send this to you should be avoided. While I understand the reason behind publicly posting the full serial number for all the world and Chanel to see (I remember seeing a few posts about why), a good seller will want a prospective buyer to feel confident about their purchase.
 
#10,050
Roku said:
Thanks for your kind words.

The bag in the pictures is authentic.

And thanks for the additional login shot; if you have an Ebay listing like you did above, then you don't need another login shot (although we won't stop you, :p it's not required). The purpose of the login shot request is for items that are not linked to an online listing, for the poster to prove they are in posession of the item. Since you have a listing link, any additional shots would be considered as part of that "listing sale" if that makes sense. But thanks for being super thorough.

Also if there is no serial please note that "Serial Number: NONE" so it's different from me glancing and thinking the request isn't following format guidelines since I go through them so quickly thanks

Circa early 1990's. Lizard trimmed kisslock pouch. Bag came in Brown, Black and a lovely Red.
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Hi Roku,

Thank you for your time, and I appreciate the history on this bag, pouch.

Ceeyahd.
 
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