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Hyacinth said:
First, a general warning - read those Guides CAREFULLY. The one Guide I could find that mentioned that number said "J8Y- and J4D- prefixes have shown up on some well-copied fakes in both fabric and leather" and it was listed under the heading "The following numbers are OFTEN USED ON COUNTERFEITS but can also show up in genuine bags and need to be looked at very carefully:" There's a difference there. Also Coach doesn't have every style number in their system especially since they only went online in 1999. Coach's computer system can't be depended on for accurate information. Some bags with that prefix MAY be genuine.

However, this isn't one of the genuine ones. I don't have any record in my catalogs of when styles 9074 and 9075 were released but many Limited Edition bags never made it into the catalogs. 1998 sounds too early though especially if you have one dated 2001. A while back another one was discussed - the wording on the creed reads in full: "This is a Coach bag, part of a limited edition. Originally designed for Coach by Bonnie Cashin in 1970. Manufactured in the US of natural top grain cowhide, its superior craftsmanship and attention to detail reflect our commitment to enduring quality." That one had a serial number of J0B-9075, and the creed wording apparently matches the one you bought recently that DemRam authenticated, although the creed photo was hard to read the Cashin reference is still visible.

That leaves us with 2 genuine styles made in 2000 and 2001. The 1998 date in the one you questioned combined with the differences in the creed stamp definitely indicate fake. The serial number prefix is a red flag, the creed stamp difference is actual proof. The sloppy stitching on the one in the listing just adds more evidence.

Feel free to report.
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WOW, was all set to spend $350, thank you so much....
 
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BeenBurned said:
Yes, it's fake and her buyer is correct.

dpl71287 sold a fake. (In the future, please refer to post #1 of the thread for the posting format. Seller IDs make it easy to find sellers who have listed fakes and it's also helpful in searches for listings or items.)
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Thank you and I will be sure to stick to the listing format if I need to consult this thread again.
 
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queenstumbleine said:
I have two authenticity checks, if time allows. Thanks for your help!

1. Item: Patricia's Legacy
Listing No: 260975006761
Seller: webgravy
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/260975006761?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

2. Item: Gallery Signature Tote
Listing No: 120875224811
Seller: samconcole
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/120875224811?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
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Both look good to me.
uadjit said:
Thank you and I will be sure to stick to the listing format if I need to consult this thread again.
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You're very welcome.

(I wonder if she'll check back on seller central and do the right thing.)
 
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paintednightsky said:
Wondering if this is real? http://www.bonanza.com/listings/Coach-Madison-Leather-Sophia-in-Black-and-Gold-18609/62360321

Not sure why it says the black is limited edition color? This one has purple lining but I've seen others with red so wasn't sure if there was a difference. Thank you.
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Seller: wishingtobe29

AFAIK, black would NEVER be "limited edition" color on any item though sellers will often use whatever adjectives they think will help them to better sell their items. (I did find a couple of other listings in which the sellers said the same thing so it's possible that someone found this info elsewhere and others are picking up on it.)

Although I don't see obvious red flags and the lining color is correct, other black bags of this style, 18609, have silver hardware. This one appears to have gold-toned hardware. Maybe someone knows whether black bags were made with both colors of hardware.

Please wait for other opinions.
 
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paintednightsky said:
Wondering if this is real? http://www.bonanza.com/listings/Coach-Madison-Leather-Sophia-in-Black-and-Gold-18609/62360321

Not sure why it says the black is limited edition color? This one has purple lining but I've seen others with red so wasn't sure if there was a difference. Thank you.
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I'll let someone else comment on authenticity, but I wouldn't believe a WORD of anything that seller says.

She's selling what she claims is a "Coach Legacy Keyfob" but all she's done is butchered a complete keychain to sell the individual charms off piece by piece. Not only is it deceptive, it's also a violation of trademark laws to list some thing as being a "Coach" when Coach is NOT the final manufacturer, and all the buyer is getting is one charm instead of the complete keychain. She's selling just a clip (not even from the same keychain!)
http://www.bonanza.com/listings/Coach-Legacy-Handbag-Key-Fob/62759081
and one small Purse charm from this style 92946 - I'll also post a pic of her keychain in case the original listing disappears. BTW, there's a COMPLETE one listed on Ebay for only 3 times the price of the one charm (Not my auction!)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NWT-Coach-F...249?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item231aed5eb1
 

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koorina said:
Item: Black Coach Purse BRAND NEW!!!!!
Listing number:300676086936
Seller:alexaabrookeee12
Link:http://www.ebay.com/itm/300676086936?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Comments: I am the high bidder at the moment, asked the seller for a close up pic of the creed, and it doesn't look good to me based on what I know....could you help confirm if I'm right?

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh232/shutingc/031212171829.jpg
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It's a piece of junk with a fake and invalid serial number. Cancel your bid ASAP. If you're high bidder, DON'T PAY.

THE LISTING ENDS LITERALLY IN JUST A FEW MINUTES SO IF ANYONE ELSE CAN REPORT IT WOULD BE A BIG HELP. THE WHOLE STYLE IS FAKE, NOT JUST THE 4c-9911 SERIAL NUMBER.
 
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koorina said:
Item: Black Coach Purse BRAND NEW!!!!!
Listing number:300676086936
Seller:alexaabrookeee12
Link:http://www.ebay.com/itm/300676086936?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Comments: I am the high bidder at the moment, asked the seller for a close up pic of the creed, and it doesn't look good to me based on what I know....could you help confirm if I'm right?

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh232/shutingc/031212171829.jpg
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Hyacinth said:
It's a piece of junk with a fake and invalid serial number. Cancel your bid ASAP. If you're high bidder, DON'T PAY.
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Thanks for the confirmation that this is a fake...

I can't cancel the bid at Ebay anymore but I will not be paying for it even if I won it. I have just informed the seller that what she has on hand is not authentic. I hope it's an honest mistake on her part and she will cancel this transaction amicably.
 
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OMG. someone else won the item at a completely higher price than what I put in.

And I just had the seller reply me to say that she said she doesn't know if it's real...but I did not see that mentioned in her auction listing. Oh well, seems like she knew what she was doing then. :S
 
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