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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.
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#84,751
ConnieinSeattle said:
One more... Please and thank you for an opinion. I think this is a "Lexington Zip." 4186. Does that X on the creed mean it's a lesser quality bag?
Link: https://shopgoodwill.com/item/179410830
Item: COACH Brown Cross Body Bag
Shopgoodwill.com, store/seller: Goodwill Hawaii
Seller measurements: 10 x 7

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The bag is authentic.

From what we've surmised, the "X" stamp is a marking Coach used when bags were liquidated, often to discounters like Marshall's, TJ Maxx, Nordstrom Rack, etc. and although I've never found them to be defective, they weren't covered by Coach's warranty services.

Since Coach's transparency is lacking, there's been no definitive explanation of what items are given "X" stamps but I've assumed they were done for shopworn items, returns that may have indications of having been used, items in short supply not worth the shelf space in their boutiques, or possibly repaired items, etc.

An authentic item with an "X" stamp is no less authentic than those without the stamp. (My records don't have a fake with an "X" stamp but I don't doubt that it's been done since it'd be so easy.)
 
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tonicollected said:
Hi Authenticators,
Could you please help me authenticate these two bags as well, thanks so much!

Item: Navy Blue 9031 Wendie Zip 8 1/2” wide x 5 1/4” tall x 2” deep, adjustable strap 45”
Where purchased or how obtained: Antique Store
Comments: N/A

Item: Black 9061 Rambler 9 1/2” wide x 7 1/4” tall x 3 1/4” deep, adjustable strap 47”
Where purchased or how obtained: Estate sale
Comments: N/A

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Both are authentic. The second is a Rambler Legacy. A Rambler is a different bag.
 
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#84,753
tonicollected said:
Dear Authenticators,
Thank you in advance! If you could please help me authenticate these two bags, I would truly appreciate it:

Item: Mahogany Brown 9010 Berkeley Duffle Sac 9” bottom diameter x 13 1/4” tall , adjustable strap 34 1/2”
Where purchased or how obtained: Thrift Store
Comments: Was it made in 1996? I thought I had read this bag was only manufactured for one year, is that correct?

Item: Black 9888 Lindsay 9” wide x 8 1/2” tall x 2 1/2” deep, adjustable strap 48”
Where purchased or how obtained: Estate sale
Comments: Wondering if I have the name and style number correct and what year this was made as well, thanks so much.
P.S. Added two pics of the creed since it was difficult to photograph!

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Both are fine.
 
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BeenBurned said:
The bag is authentic.

From what we've surmised, the "X" stamp is a marking Coach used when bags were liquidated, often to discounters like Marshall's, TJ Maxx, Nordstrom Rack, etc. and although I've never found them to be defective, they weren't covered by Coach's warranty services.

Since Coach's transparency is lacking, there's been no definitive explanation of what items are given "X" stamps but I've assumed they were done for shopworn items, returns that may have indications of having been used, items in short supply not worth the shelf space in their boutiques, or possibly repaired items, etc.

An authentic item with an "X" stamp is no less authentic than those without the stamp. (My records don't have a fake with an "X" stamp but I don't doubt that it's been done since it'd be so easy.)
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Thank you for you time and expertise!!
 
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#84,756
Roro said:
Good morning. I was given this by a family member who has had it for many years, but has no idea where she purchased it. Could I get an authentication and maybe an ID? I am eternally lost in the world of coach turnlock flap bags. It measures 11 x 8 1/2 x 3 1/2. It has three full length pockets: one inside with a zip closure, one under the front flap and one on the back.

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Genuine City Bag, early 1990s.
 
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#84,760
Hello Authenticators,
I purchased this bag in haste this morning on Mercari. I’ve been looking for this one in good condition for awhile now and didn’t want to take the chance of it getting away…I have seen several different creed styles in Madison bags and am hoping you will tell me this one is authentic, so I don’t have to ask her to cancel…Also, is the color cognac?
Thank you

Item: Madison Juliette 21222
Seller: meganr
Site: Mercari
Link: https://merc.li/KfR4z8dwb?sv=0
 
#84,761
Roxy5705 said:
Hello Authenticators,
I purchased this bag in haste this morning on Mercari. I’ve been looking for this one in good condition for awhile now and didn’t want to take the chance of it getting away…I have seen several different creed styles in Madison bags and am hoping you will tell me this one is authentic, so I don’t have to ask her to cancel…Also, is the color cognac?
Thank you

Item: Madison Juliette 21222
Seller: meganr
Site: Mercari
Link: https://merc.li/KfR4z8dwb?sv=0
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It's fine but I can't comment on color. I don't know.
 
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