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

[Vlad]

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For further information, please refer to the first post on page 1 of this thread.

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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!

 

[BeenBurned]

Hello! I have doubts about this one...

poshmark
Robynvz4

https://posh.mk/daswuNqLF9

It looks like the suede is a different color than the outside. And the construction seems odd. And the lettering on the hangtag. And many other things, the more I look. I’m wondering if also she relisted because the previous one was returned. Thank you!

It's fake. That number is a known fake number. You can see problems with the construction and the hardware.

Did you see this in the description? "Given to me as a gift unsure of authenticity, looks and feels real."

I'm guessing she knows it's fake.

ETA: In fact, in robynvz4's newer listing, her price has been reduced and the description has added the authenticity disclaimer!

Compare to the original listing that was sold and returned, probably because the buyer learned that it's fake:

Navy coach messenger bag

Shop robynvz4's closet or find the perfect look from millions of stylists. Fast shipping and buyer protection. Virtually brand new navy leather coach crossbody bag Smoke/pet free home No trades Bundle for an additional discount Or shoot me an offer!!

poshmark.com

 

[BeenBurned]

Hi again! Last one for today. Thank you so very much!

Could you kindly authenticate this Oliver bag before I make the payment?

Same site and seller as before: Ebay, 620jean

Listing: https://www.ebay.ca/itm/154032938330?ul_noapp=true&autorefresh=true

Listing number: 154032938330

LOL! I've heard that (in red) before!

The bag is fine.

 

[LadaZuri]

LOL! I've heard that (in red) before!

The bag is fine.

Thanks so much, @BeenBurned !

 

[Nataluccia3]

It's fake. That number is a known fake number. You can see problems with the construction and the hardware.

Did you see this in the description? "Given to me as a gift unsure of authenticity, looks and feels real."

I'm guessing she knows it's fake.

ETA: In fact, in robynvz4's newer listing, her price has been reduced and the description has added the authenticity disclaimer!

Compare to the original listing that was sold and returned, probably because the buyer learned that it's fake:

Navy coach messenger bag

Shop robynvz4's closet or find the perfect look from millions of stylists. Fast shipping and buyer protection. Virtually brand new navy leather coach crossbody bag Smoke/pet free home No trades Bundle for an additional discount Or shoot me an offer!!

poshmark.com

Ha! Such quality sleuthing. She also hasn’t addressed the question in the comments about two listings.

 

[LunaSilver]

Hello Authenticators,
Just picked up this abused Rogue 25 from local Kijiji sale. Is it authentic? Thanks.
Seller ID: Cecilia
More photos attached.



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[lmte246]

Good day Ladies
Can you please advise if this thrift store find is authentic and if so the style name and date sold if possible.
My apologies if # not visible I tried two different shots. it reads D6K 4153
Thank You for your time
L
W 10.5" x H 51/2" x D 1"

 

[BeenBurned]

Good day Ladies
Can you please advise if this thrift store find is authentic and if so the style name and date sold if possible.
My apologies if # not visible I tried two different shots. it reads D6K 4153
Thank You for your time
L
W 10.5" x H 51/2" x D 1"

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Sorry. It's fake.

The pattern is sideways, the serial number is invalid, the plant code is invalid for the year the bag claims to have been made (which was several years before Coach even made signature bags, the text of the creed contradicts the plant code, and the creed describes a leather bag.

Return it!

 

[lmte246]

Hi BB
I thought so. I picked it up and said hmmm doesn't feel right, put it back and then said...oh what the heck, take it ('cause it didn't cost much LOL) and ask the experts and learn something. Trial and error. No return...but it's OK.
Thanks again.
Much much appreciated.

 

[BeenBurned]

Hi BB
I thought so. I picked it up and said hmmm doesn't feel right, put it back and then said...oh what the heck, take it ('cause it didn't cost much LOL) and ask the experts and learn something. Trial and error. No return...but it's OK.
Thanks again.
Much much appreciated.

A "no return" policy is out the window when it comes to counterfeit items.

As much as they don't like to admit it, thrift stores are subject to the same laws as every other store or seller. Fake are illegal and even thrifts aren't allowed to sell them.

Unless you're willing to eat the loss, I'd take it back, explain the law and if they don't want to issue a refund, perhaps you can do an exchange by purchasing something else for the same or similar price.

 

[lmte246]

Good Morning
Can you please tell me if this thrift store purchase is authentic and if so the style name and date.
It measures 7.5" open x 5.5" W

 

[lmte246]

A "no return" policy is out the window when it comes to counterfeit items.

As much as they don't like to admit it, thrift stores are subject to the same laws as every other store or seller. Fake are illegal and even thrifts aren't allowed to sell them.

Unless you're willing to eat the loss, I'd take it back, explain the law and if they don't want to issue a refund, perhaps you can do an exchange by purchasing something else for the same or similar price.

Hi BB
I didn't know one had that recourse. I thought that was limited to on line sellers. Thank You for educating me. I really appreciate it. I will follow up with the store. Thanks again
L

 

[BeenBurned]

Hi BB
I didn't know one had that recourse. I thought that was limited to on line sellers. Thank You for educating me. I really appreciate it. I will follow up with the store. Thanks again
L

They sometimes try to give you a hard time, claim it wasn't sold as authentic, items are donations and they take what they're given, blah, blah, blah.

If you're assertive and serious, they should relent. (Let them know you'll report them to Coach for selling counterfeits. FYI, Coach does have a way to report though I doubt they'll do much. But the threat to contact them won't hurt. )

 

[whateve]

Good Morning
Can you please tell me if this thrift store purchase is authentic and if so the style name and date.
It measures 7.5" open x 5.5" W

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It's authentic. I don't know the name or date. It's probably from the mid 2000s.

 

[lmte246]

It's authentic. I don't know the name or date. It's probably from the mid 2000s.

Thank you Whateve
Much appreciated!

 

[Jacynthe]

They sometimes try to give you a hard time, claim it wasn't sold as authentic, items are donations and they take what they're given, blah, blah, blah.

If you're assertive and serious, they should relent. (Let them know you'll report them to Coach for selling counterfeits. FYI, Coach does have a way to report though I doubt they'll do much. But the threat to contact them won't hurt. )
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Not directed at Been burned but rather for everyone opinion
Asking for advice please. Thank You! Last year I saw 2 fake Coach at a thrift store. A Willis for 79$ and a mini Ergo for 29$. They both had that plastic looking leather like the bluish fake station on poshmark. I am not sure if someone bought them but not there next day. A lot of $$$ to loose for a fake. Would you tell the store?