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

[Vlad]

IMPORTANT READ-ME

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

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• 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:
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  Listing number:
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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!

 

[dignatius]

Genuine.

Green coloring on brass isn't a patina, it's called verdigris and it's a destructive surface process that happens to brass, like rust happens to iron, and it needs to be treated or it will spread and also damage or discolor the leather if it hasn't already. HOWEVER, I'm not sure if this one really has it or if it's just a reflection of a green color in the background since the last photo doesn't show the same color. You might want to ask the seller about that.

If it is verdigris, it's not a red flag but it has to be removed carefully. The Rehab and Rescue thread has dozens if not hundreds of posts on the subject.

http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-clubhouse/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club-833400.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verdigris

Thank you for the thorough reply!

 

[avalavender]

It's good - genuine Convertible Clutch, style 9635, probably made in the early to middle 1980s.

Thanks Hyacinth!!! :worthy:

 

[Hyacinth]

I would love to have a recent purchase authenticated, but have no idea how to post pictures of it?

Like with any new site, start with the FAQs section, see the links at the bottom of each page, then look for "Board FAQs", "Reading and Posting Messages".

 

[yellowjello]

Please authenticate. Thank you in advance.

COACH American Classic 9061 Black Leather Crossbody Shoulderbag Handbag Purse
jwhevkat0
281844188038
link

 

[Kangapouch]

Please authenticate. I bought this for $10 today, but I can return it if it is not legit. It needs a little bit of rehab. There are a couple things that make me suspicious. The shoulder strap is fraying threads on the edge and the inside clasp hardware has some wear spots. Are these Italian bags prone to this type of wear? Thanks.

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4447_zpsihn5ggu2.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4448_zps57hyr5xf.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4450_zpsdkypslzk.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4452_zpscekww6sk.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4446_zpsn8phncw2.jpg

 

[Hyacinth]

Please authenticate. Thank you in advance.

COACH American Classic 9061 Black Leather Crossbody Shoulderbag Handbag Purse
jwhevkat0
281844188038
link

That seller is either very confused or a bit incompetent.

The bag is NOT a style 9061 - not even close.

Seller says it's made in China but that's not what the creed says.

And yes, I know sellers often reuse all or parts of previous listing templates. But it's stupid to do that without checking if the facts about the new bag match the desciption in the original template. "Short cuts make long delays".

There aren't enough pictures to be sure what style it is. But if you get the same exact bag that's in the photos, it looks genuine. It could be a Pocket Purse from the early 1990s.

 

[Hyacinth]

Please authenticate. I bought this for $10 today, but I can return it if it is not legit. It needs a little bit of rehab. There are a couple things that make me suspicious. The shoulder strap is fraying threads on the edge and the inside clasp hardware has some wear spots. Are these Italian bags prone to this type of wear? Thanks.

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4447_zpsihn5ggu2.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4448_zps57hyr5xf.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4450_zpsdkypslzk.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4452_zpscekww6sk.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/afterthemold/IMG_4446_zpsn8phncw2.jpg

It's genuine. I have no idea about the wear.

 

[Kangapouch]

It's genuine. I have no idea about the wear.

What is the style and year? Thank you!

 

[Hyacinth]

What is the style and year? Thank you!

Bridle Top Handle Bag from the 1998 Bridle collection.

 

[Kangapouch]

Bridle Top Handle Bag from the 1998 Bridle collection.

Thanks so much Hyacinth!

 

[Miss_Countess]

Good evening, everyone. I've been a long time lurker, but this is my first time posting!

I was recently given this Coach wristlet as a present and would like to know if it is authentic. No idea on model name or year.

Measurements are 8in x 5 in x 2 in.

Thank you in advance!!

Added: Just noticed that the last picture is not very clear, so here is what it says: "This is a Coach bag. It was handcrafted in China of a resilient fabric of English wool trimmed with the finest leather. This fabric has been treated to be stain and water repellent. No. E0J - 7768"

 

[BeenBurned]

Good evening, everyone. I've been a long time lurker, but this is my first time posting!

I was recently given this Coach wristlet as a present and would like to know if it is authentic. No idea on model name or year.

Measurements are 8in x 5 in x 2 in.

Thank you in advance!!

Added: Just noticed that the last picture is not very clear, so here is what it says: "This is a Coach bag. It was handcrafted in China of a resilient fabric of English wool trimmed with the finest leather. This fabric has been treated to be stain and water repellent. No. E0J - 7768"

It's authentic but it's not a wristlet (or rather not intended as a wristlet though the strap can be attached to be one). It's a demi from 2000.

 

[Miss_Countess]

Thank you so much for your quick and thorough reply, BeenBurned!

 

[Catbird9]

Please authenticate. Thanks!

Item: Vintage COACH Black Leather Purse Satchel Clutch Bag
Listing: 321909774004
Seller: thriftyassets
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-COA...774004?hash=item4af35156b4:g:itUAAOSwT5tWN5k3
Comment: The style number shown on the creed appears to be wrong for this bag.

 

[whateve]

Please authenticate. Thanks!

Item: Vintage COACH Black Leather Purse Satchel Clutch Bag
Listing: 321909774004
Seller: thriftyassets
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-COA...774004?hash=item4af35156b4:g:itUAAOSwT5tWN5k3
Comment: The style number shown on the creed appears to be wrong for this bag.

There are lots of things wrong with it. Besides the very bad creed, a casino bag, which this is trying to be, doesn't have a pocket on a flap like that, the pocket goes all the way across with the ends attached to the side seams.