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I really appreciate it, BeenBurned. Apart from seeing other clutches like mine in different colors (I've seen them in black, navy, taupe, which was really pretty, and pink), another thing that significantly impared my judgement was the fact that I have a weak spot for foldover clutches. And I do have both authentic Amanda and Madeline, but I was positive that model was something else (and it was! 
), because I knew exactly how the first two look like. In fact, I think this fake foldover was a cross-breed between those two, because it had a kisslock like Amanda, but it's within the fold, not in the back, and was made of leather like Madeline (and Madeline's zipper pocket is within the fold). In size and shape it's still closer to Madeline, as Amanda is about 1 3/4" higher when folded. Madeline's serial number is F13580, but it only says that on the paper tag (I bought it new with tags), and it's official name is "Madeline Leather Foldover Clutch". Amanda does have a leather patch inside with the #, but mine would be different from those you're reffering to since those are mono-colored, and mine has a C pattern (official name is Amanda Optic Graphic Foldover Clutch, #12928). What differs "mine" from those two is it is (was) made of very thick leather that holds the bag's shape (I couldn't feel any padding to the touch) as it was supposed to be carried both as a clutch or wristlet. I've even seen one on eBay with a long thin double strap a long time ago, but I assumed it was some optional detail or a slightly different version. Since it had two eyelets on the ends of the fold, you could use a long strap or a wristlet loop, worn on either side, both with trigger snaps. Honestly, the fact that it didn't strike you or Hyacinth as a fake instantly makes me feel a bit less stupid - I still think it was very well made for a counterfeit Coach. This one was, as you say, "faked right" 