Authenticate This COACH - **see first post for format**

[Vlad]

IMPORTANT READ-ME

Please post authenticity questions related to COACH in this thread. No PMs please.
For further information, please refer to the first post on page 1 of this thread.

Please follow the following requests:

• Before you submit a request for authentication, please search this thread to make sure that the item has not previously been authenticated by searching the seller ID and/or item number. This is not a thread to ask general questions about COACH, please refer to our main Coach forum for such information.
• Note that authenticators have the right to refuse any requests. This is a free service, but it is imperative that you help our authenticators by using the following format:
• FOR ITEMS LISTED ONLINE:
  Item:
  Listing number:
  Seller and site where listed
  Link:
  Comments:
  
  
• FOR ITEMS NOT LISTED ONLINE:
  Item:
  Where purchased or how obtained
  Comments:

BASIC PICTURES REQUIRED (but more may be requested): If necessary pictures are in the listing, it's not necessary to upload and duplicate them.

• Front of item
• Back of item
• Full clear and legible creed text and serial number
• Made in tags (when available)
• Measurements
• For bags with turnlock closures, show pictures of back of female side of turnlock
• For bags with magnetic snaps, show pictures of the male part of the snap so that the numbers and letters on it can be read
• If applicable, search interior of bag and/or pockets for small white tag with production information and include a picture of that.

Thank you and be safe!

 

[Morgan_Bellini]

Oh you'll love him! Meet Ben the self claimed authenticator with shows no proof of being a certified authenticator himself.

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BM as in Bowel Movement?

 

[Narnanz]

I would rather get my Coach purchases verified thru @BeenBurned @Hyacinth and @whateve ...so much more knowledge of the brand between all of you.
And has anyone seen @whateve lately?....seems a bit quiet all of a sudden ...hope she is Ok.

 

[Tiggerhawk]

Can someone verify this envelope portfolio bag for me? It's in my possession. Measures 16.5" X 11" X 3.5"
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Thanks in advance.

It’s so pretty!!!

 

[jdal622]

My sister bought this bag for me. Not sure where from but she brought it to me today and said she thought I would like it. Lol she wasn't wrong.
She also said she wasn't sure if authentic or not.
It seems to be, but what do I know? It's adorable though and already moved in. I can ask her where she bought it from but I really doubt she would tell me, maybe someone from the hospital she works at. Who knows. Lol

 

[LunaSilver]

BM as in Bowel Movement?

That is so right!!

 

[BeenBurned]

Oh you'll love him! Meet Ben the self claimed authenticator with shows no proof of being a certified authenticator himself.

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Yup, saw that! If Ben is so good, why would he want another professional?

 

[BeenBurned]

My sister bought this bag for me. Not sure where from but she brought it to me today and said she thought I would like it. Lol she wasn't wrong.
She also said she wasn't sure if authentic or not.
It seems to be, but what do I know? It's adorable though and already moved in. I can ask her where she bought it from but I really doubt she would tell me, maybe someone from the hospital she works at. Who knows. Lol

It's fine! That's a nice sister you have!

 

[LunaSilver]

Thank you. My potential customer isn't happy with TPF authentication. I don't have the energy to argue with someone who appears to be shopping for "a client".
https://posh.mk/UrM1Qvehi4

I have used authentication service here many times now since I became a fan of vintage Coach. Honestly I don't know what to do without this thread. Paid authentication companies may be good at certain brands, but when it comes to Coach, no body elsewhere beat the knowledge and passion of the wonderful Authenticators we have here.

 

[jdal622]

It's fine! That's a nice sister you have!

Thank you! I'll let her know so she'll stop worrying about it. Lol
And yeah, she's pretty great! Lol

 

[BeenBurned]

I have used authentication service here many times now since I became a fan of vintage Coach. Honestly I don't know what to do without this thread. Paid authentication companies may be good at certain brands, but when it comes to Coach, no body elsewhere beat the knowledge and passion of the wonderful Authenticators we have here.

I get that but although we know what we're talking about here, the posts are considered "opinions" (albeit educated ones) and generally aren't accepted in cases of disputes. That's why there are companies that offer professional documentation to submit to ebay, paypal and/or credit card companies.

Often a professional authentication helps reassure buyers that they're getting what they're paying for and can also add credibility to a seller's listing. It's usually not necessary nor recommended in most cases for brands like Coach, Dooney, Kate Spade, etc. since the return isn't as high. But in luxury brands (LV, Hermes, Chanel), it's often recommended that sellers have them done prior to listing since buyers are paying several hundred or thousands of dollars for highly faked brands.

As for companies, some companies have a minimal number of "experts" who try to authenticate all brands. Other companies have "brand specialists" or just do a single brand, which IMO is a better way to get an accurate authentication.

While there have been cases in which ebay (or another site) has accepted TPF or ebay board experts' authentications, it's the exception rather than the rule which is why pros are sometimes needed.

 

[BeenBurned]

How did I do with this eBay purchase? I bought it on a whim. The first two pics are mine and the second two are from the eBay post.

I believe it’s a genuine 2006 Chelsea, but I didn’t find many bags with this color and the creed stamped L0693-10399.

After I uploaded my pics, I see the faint X on the creed - would that mean factory or exclusive for a department store?

It's authentic from 2006. I have it as a leather medium duffle but I don't know whether that's the full official name of the style.

 

[Taginie]

Agreed, it's fine. @Taginie

Thank you @houseof999

 

[LadyLuna]

Hello! I found this bag at a local thrift store and took a chance, could I get your opinions on its authenticity?
Thanks so much for any help!

 

[RadhaDB]

At the thrift store and found this pitiful girl. Is she real? I kind of want to buy her out of pity if she is!
(Guessing a bit) 12x9x5
Creed: L4S-9036

 

[gaditana]

Good evening! Hope everyone out there is enjoying their weekend.
I picked up this Murphy Willis (?) today and just wanted to check with the experts to make sure it’s a good one. Thank you!