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#151
starrymaz said:
Eww! Those are some fugly fakes! Unfortunately, ebay Australia isn't as responsive when responding to reports.
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I have also reported. Since I am registered in Australia, maybe they might take my report seriously. I find if I report bags on the US site I get ignored so that's why I normally leave it up to you ladies to report. But the Australian ones they might listen to me....
 
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starrymaz said:
The small black Patent Sabrina is style #12957 and it did have amber hardware.

This is very interesting. This is the third time I've seen a bag with a 99999 style number. The first time was an Espresso Sabrina, the second time was a Steel Sabrina, and this time it's a black Patent Sabrina.

There have been discussions about the meaning of a bag with this unusual number both here and on the ebay boards. It could be an early prototype version; a bag that was made to be used in a photo shoot; or a "sample" bag. What puzzles me about this one, though, is the serial number on the creed. The other Sabrinas that I've seen with the 99999 style number on the creed were consistent with the correct year on the creed around the time the Sabrina style first came out. This creed, however, indicates that it was made in June 2006, which was way before the Sabrina was even in existence. I have no explanation for why the date code would say this.

As with the other Sabrinas with the 99999 style number, the details all looked good and were consistent with genuine Coach quality. There were a few differences from the production versions: variations in the lining color, variations in the color of the hangtags and the color of the logo plaque on the front. I know that Coach's pilot bags can have details that differ from the final version, so these differences weren't a concern to me. But the date on this creed has me stumped. Otherwise, the other details of the bag look ok.

I'd like to hear some thoughts from others, especially those who were involved in the previous discussion on the other 99999 bag or anyone who might know about this number. I'll update if I learn more.
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What's even more confusing is that the creed is in the same style as the regular Sabrina creeds instead of the very different layout, fonts and leather that was used in most 2006 bags. I think maybe Coach makes their samples like this to be sure they won't be re-sold easily. It's interesting that all the sellers I can remember seeing with these 99999 creed bags are from NYC - whether that's because they have access to all the big sample sales or access to Canal Street is harder to figure. :shrugs:

I'm leaning toward the "sample sales" theory myself.
 
#161
Bella Australia said:
Title: COACH ORANGE LEATHER TRIM LADIES SHOULDER/HAND BAG.
Seller: Amandapanda94
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/COACH-ORANGE...ries?hash=item3ef7410a4f&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

Comments: It was looking pretty doubtful until I saw the creed - hmmm..... :)

"...variations in the CHAIR .... full CRAW leather"
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Wow, this listing is a great example for a lesson.

1. The C pattern is not centered on either side of the center front strap
2. The creed has misspelled words
3. The border around "Coach" on the creed is broken
4. There isn't a serial number
5. The stitching on the creed is a mess
6. The seam on bottom center front (under the flap) isn't centered. It's off to the side. And the C pattern isn't matched.
 

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Bella Australia said:
Title: COACH ORANGE LEATHER TRIM LADIES SHOULDER/HAND BAG.
Seller: Amandapanda94
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/COACH-ORANGE...ries?hash=item3ef7410a4f&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

Comments: It was looking pretty doubtful until I saw the creed - hmmm..... :)

"...variations in the CHAIR .... full CRAW leather"
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" craw–noun
1. the crop of a bird or insect. 2. the stomach of an animal.

—Idiom 3. stick in one's craw, to cause considerable or abiding resentment; rankle: She said I was pompous, and that really stuck in my craw.


I wonder how many bird craws it takes to make a purse? :D
 
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This is one that I purchased in a lot of 5 bags from someone locally. I'm not sure about this one, I think the rest are ok.

There is no Coach tag on it other than the hang tag, which makes me leery.
She said if any of them turned out to be non-auth she would refund. She works for the same company I do.

Thanks

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#165
Toonces said:
This is one that I purchased in a lot of 5 bags from someone locally. I'm not sure about this one, I think the rest are ok.

There is no Coach tag on it other than the hang tag, which makes me leery.
She said if any of them turned out to be non-auth she would refund. She works for the same company I do.

Thanks

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That's authentic. It's a pouch and pouches (and other small items) often don't have creeds.
 
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