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I have 9807 as an Equestrian Large Flap and 9808 as an Equestrian Flap Shopper. Here's a pic of the Small Flap 9801, Large Flap 9807 and Flap Shopper 9808 for comparison (sorry about the size!)
Thanks. I love it when you post catalog pictures! And I appreciate the large size since my eyes aren't that good!
 
Sorry, it isn't authentic. Not only does it not have a valid serial/style number, but a Coach creed starts with "This is Coach bag..." not "This is a Leather Ware bag".
Thanks for your response. I wondered about that too but I read about old old ones having this wording so I wasn't sure. I sent the request to Coach to get a replacement hang tag along with the album. All they said is "Unfortunately, our database does not provide any information for registration number "2008."" They are providing a replacement tag though, so I guess that's a bonus :)
 
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121084084150?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_44wt_1186

Item 121084084150

Seller kirstens18-2008

Can anyone authenticate this? I thought the style number read 12291, but Coach tells me that's for deerskin gloves. Any help much appreciated. Style name and year if anyone knows would be awesome. Thanks!

Just another reason why you should NEVER depend on the CS reps at Coach for information.

The bag looks ok although a better photo of the creed would help. But I wanted to post Coach's own website photo of style 12291 the Ergo Editorial Large Canvas Tote, see below. (It's hard to see in the website pic but the Sig C pattern is woven into the fabric)
 

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Thanks for your response. I wondered about that too but I read about old old ones having this wording so I wasn't sure. I sent the request to Coach to get a replacement hang tag along with the album. All they said is "Unfortunately, our database does not provide any information for registration number "2008."" They are providing a replacement tag though, so I guess that's a bonus :)
You're welcome. I have a bag that is one of the earliest bags with a creed (no serial number) and it says "This is Coach bag." It's nice they are sending you a hangtag.
You might want to read the Salearea guides to help you know what to look for when you are shopping. http://search.reviews.ebay.com/members/salearea_W0QQuqtZg
 
Thanks for your response. I wondered about that too but I read about old old ones having this wording so I wasn't sure. I sent the request to Coach to get a replacement hang tag along with the album. All they said is "Unfortunately, our database does not provide any information for registration number "2008."" They are providing a replacement tag though, so I guess that's a bonus :)

Older Coach bags and creeds have never read "This is a Leather Ware bag..." If some so-called Guide actually said that, it's a complete lie. Older creeds used the word "Leatherware" in smaller letters under the name "Coach" in the cartouche at the top of the creed but that's a totally different thing than actually using that wording in the creed itself. And having the same words as a genuine bag do NOT prove a bag is genuine. Fake Coaches often use good quality leather and copy the creeds from genuine bags.

The BIG red flag in this one is the serial number. Everyone shopping the secondary market needs to learn some basic facts about serial numbers so they can avoid at least the most obvious fakes like this one.

Please read and Save the Salearea Guides posted at Ebay for accurate information. Yes, all of them:
http://search.reviews.ebay.com/memb...&pr=salearea&uaid=41262657&uan=salearea&uqt=g

And if you decide to keep and use the fake, please don't use the Coach hangtag on it.
 
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121084084150?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_44wt_1186

Item 121084084150

Seller kirstens18-2008

Can anyone authenticate this? I thought the style number read 12291, but Coach tells me that's for deerskin gloves. Any help much appreciated. Style name and year if anyone knows would be awesome. Thanks!
This is yet another reason why we don't trust Coach nor recommend buyers call them for information.

Although I'd like to see a full straight on picture of the creed to authenticate the bag in the listing, that is exactly what style 12291 should look like as evidenced by this Nordstrom link:
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/coach-ergo-large-canvas-tote/2971136
 

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Just another reason why you should NEVER depend on the CS reps at Coach for information.

The bag looks ok although a better photo of the creed would help. But I wanted to post Coach's own website photo of style 12291 the Ergo Editorial Large Canvas Tote, see below. (It's hard to see in the website pic but the Sig C pattern is woven into the fabric)
OMG! I swear I posted before reading your response! Sorry. I didn't plagiarize you, Hyacinth! GMTA.
 
Good Evening Ladies! One to authenticate when time permits. Thanks....

1) Unknown pre '94 Brown bag -
Seller: in my possession
Link: http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/elizabethm0502/library/Unknown%20Brown%20Coach%20Clutch-Style%20Bag%20pre%2094?page=1
Comments: a tad larger than a basic bag & with a divided outer pocket. A senior moment and I can't remember the name of this bag :(

Also, is it better to discontinue using photobucket? What is the preferred picture format since photobucket has changed. Thanks
 
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Good Afternoon :)

I don't think this is authentic. The creed is off center and I can't find any other similar purses, but it does look somewhat vintage, so I was hoping you awesome authenticators could tell me for sure :) THX

Item: Coach Leather Hand Strap Clutch Handbag Purse Pink w/ Rainbow Dots 5 Pockets!
Listing number: 221201182659
Seller: karmo.mn
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Coach-Leather-Hand-Strap-Clutch-Handbag-Purse-Pink-w-Rainbow-Dots-5-Pockets-/221201182659?trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT&nma=true&si=41JV39J4sZQPsGOUSGfxhgryKts%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
Thx for all your help :))
 
Could anyone help identify this Coach Leatherware bag, cannot find it on any list and the number doesn't help... thanks in advance!
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