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.

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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 authenticators,
May I ask for your advice on the authenticity of another bag that I’m interested in?

Style # 4104
Where it’s listed: Mercari Japan
Link: https://jp.mercari.com/item/m23356179932
Seller: peach

Thank you so much in advance!

The creed looked okay to me, but something bothered me about this bag, which I didn’t know what at the point when I posted it here, but now I do.
The top zippers!
Is this fake, or has someone refurbished it??

My apologies for the multiple posts…
I think I’ll pass this one, as I wouldn’t want to carry anything that looks like a fake even if it does turn out to be authentic, so please don’t spend your precious time looking at it!

Is this the zipper you're referring to? Why do you think it's fake.

I don't see any problems with the bag shown in the listing.

 

[cookiecat0624]

Sorry about that. Sometimes posts get missed. The authenticators here have other responsibilities and problems to deal with in their own lives and sometimes can only be here an hour or two each day if that. We're VOLUNTEERS, we don't get paid or reimbursed in any way, shape or form for our time and for the personal expenses involved in doing this job.

If a question gets missed, please just use the REPLY button to reply to your own post and bring it to the front. A "BUMP" in capitol or bolded letters at the top of your reply will usually get our attention.

The bag is genuine, from early 1994 so it would have been called a Canterbury. The Nottingham name wasn't used until 1995.

Thank you! I totally understand, you all are very generous with your time as is. I'll be sure to follow those steps next time if a post is missed

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

I found this little cute thing at the local thrift store. Measures about 8.5 inches long by 6.5 inches tall. About 1 inch across the bottom. Strap is about 45 inches. No creed. Smooth black leather. I've seen other bags with the same front coach embossed hardware which opens. On this bag, it's purely nonfunctional and decorative. The bag has a magnetic snap closure. Please and thank you for an opinion on authenticity. I know we shouldn't brag about bargains, but, hey, $4.20.

 

[Hyacinth]

Good evening! Could you help me authenticate this purse?


Item: coach willis
Seller and site where listed: Poshmark @hennolivia
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Vintage-Coach-Crossbody-Handbag-61d8d08ee107bb653db9dd9f
Comments: I feel the underscore of the "o" is too long, no?

NOT if you compare it to others from approximately the same month and plant. There's nothing wrong with it.

 

[Hyacinth]

I found this little cute thing at the local thrift store. Measures about 8.5 inches long by 6.5 inches tall. About 1 inch across the bottom. Strap is about 45 inches. No creed. Smooth black leather. I've seen other bags with the same front coach embossed hardware which opens. On this bag, it's purely nonfunctional and decorative. The bag has a magnetic snap closure. Please and thank you for an opinion on authenticity. I know we shouldn't brag about bargains, but, hey, $4.20.

It's genuine, some kind of Mini or Crossbody bag from the Kristin line and probably made between 2010 and 2013. I don't have any information on a style number or name. It's near the bottom of this Wayback page but there are no links to a listing.

Coach :: Kristin Collection

Coach is a leading American designer and maker of luxury lifestyle handbags and accessories. Using a range of quality fabrics and materials, Coach's product offerings include handbags, wallets, business cases, travel bags, footwear, jewelry, watches, sunwear, outerwear and fragrance.

web.archive.org

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

It's genuine, some kind of Mini or Crossbody bag from the Kristin line and probably made between 2010 and 2013. I don't have any information on a style number or name.

Thank you! I'm using this cool tool called "google lens" and just now I found a similar bag. 45128. That seller called it a "Kristin Leather Crossbody." It's a really nice little bag.

 

[Hyacinth]

I found this little cute thing at the local thrift store. Measures about 8.5 inches long by 6.5 inches tall. About 1 inch across the bottom. Strap is about 45 inches. No creed. Smooth black leather. I've seen other bags with the same front coach embossed hardware which opens. On this bag, it's purely nonfunctional and decorative. The bag has a magnetic snap closure. Please and thank you for an opinion on authenticity. I know we shouldn't brag about bargains, but, hey, $4.20.

Thank you! I'm using this cool tool called "google lens" and just now I found a similar bag. 45128. That seller called it a "Kristin Leather Crossbody." It's a really nice little bag.

Good detective work, @ConnieinSeattle! Here's a listing for the same style bag:

COACH Kristin Leather Petite Crossbody White Mist 45128 converts to a clutch | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for COACH Kristin Leather Petite Crossbody White Mist 45128 converts to a clutch at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.com

 

[Hyacinth]

The creed looked okay to me, but something bothered me about this bag, which I didn’t know what at the point when I posted it here, but now I do.
The top zippers!
Is this fake, or has someone refurbished it??

Is this the zipper you're referring to? Why do you think it's fake.

I don't see any problems with the bag shown in the listing.

View attachment 5302521

I can't see any of the listing photos, but the zipper looks identical to one listed on Ebay, 7th photo:

Vintage Coach Black Soho Small Cowhide Leather Crossbody D8P-4104 Zipper Closure | eBay

<p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">Vintage Coach Black Soho Small Cowhide Leather Crossbody D8P-4104 Zipper Closure</p> <p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">Manufacturered 1996</p> <p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">1 inner zipper pocket with some...

www.ebay.com

 

[Parkia]

Is this the zipper you're referring to? Why do you think it's fake.

I don't see any problems with the bag shown in the listing.

View attachment 5302521

Thank you so much for taking your time to look at it, @BeenBurned, and I’m so glad that I asked!!
Yes, that was the zipper that I was referring to.
I was expecting a heavy metal zipper on all the vintage coaches like the ones that I asked you for your advice the other day, and when I saw the plastic zipper, I got suspicious — definitely more learning to be done here

 

[Parkia]

I can't see any of the listing photos, but the zipper looks identical to one listed on Ebay, 7th photo:

Vintage Coach Black Soho Small Cowhide Leather Crossbody D8P-4104 Zipper Closure | eBay

<p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">Vintage Coach Black Soho Small Cowhide Leather Crossbody D8P-4104 Zipper Closure</p> <p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">Manufacturered 1996</p> <p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">1 inner zipper pocket with some...

www.ebay.com

Thank you so much, @Hyacinth, for finding the picture of the zipper of the same style!!
(I couldn’t find too many of the same style in the first place, let alone a picture of the zipper…)

 

[Hyacinth]

Thank you so much, @Hyacinth, for finding the picture of the zipper of the same style!!
(I couldn’t find too many of the same style in the first place, let alone a picture of the zipper…)

The best place to search for photos or listings for vintage Coaches by style number or official style name is still Ebay's US site.

 

[Parkia]

The best place to search for photos or listings for vintage Coaches by style number or official style name is still Ebay's US site.

Thank you for the tip, I will try searching on EBay the next time

 

[Dragonflyzoe]

Hello Ladies,

Please can you find a moment to review this Station Bag:

Where purchased: Depop UK
Seller: Craolao
Link: https://depop.app.link/fdk9VGy7Xmb
Comments: The creed is in an unusual position mid-pocket, not the inner pocket? Additional image attached.

MTIA, stay safe

Zoe x

 

[jen943]

Good Morning Authenticators! Could you please let me know if you think the following item is authentic?

Item:Vintage Coach Scooter Bag in Green
Listing number: ??
Seller and site where listed: voguetique on Poshmark
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Coach-vintage-green-leather-crossbody-bag-9893-61dfbd3aff7c5a52c43fc7de
Comments: Thanks for your help!

 

[ciaodenny]

Hello friends! Found some beauties at the local thrift store. What do you guys think? Bag one - 9976