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I wrote a month or so ago about a Dooney & Bourke purse that had been donated to our fundraiser purse sale for the non-profit where I work. Unfortunately, that purse was stolen before we could get it authenticated.
The good news is that we have received lots more wonderful bags including several Dooney & Bourkes. I would like to get your opinion on a few of them, here's the first one:
It's a beautiful light brown color, it looks different in some of the pics due to lighting. Inside it's a red fabric lining with a tan leather sewn in pocket.The serial number tag is sewn inside the lining zippered pocket. I'm adding pictures, any info you can give me is appreciated - including possible values????
It appears to be new, but has a small scratch.

Gorgeous Dooney & Bourke Alto Tote. Color: natural.

Look inside the zipper pocket. Might find the sticker in there with the name, style number and color code.
 
Gorgeous Dooney & Bourke Alto Tote. Color: natural.

Look inside the zipper pocket. Might find the sticker in there with the name, style number and color code.

Thank you! There was no sticker. I think this one will be sold by silent auction - hope it gets a good price!

What do you think of this one:
It's black crocodile/reptile. Has solid black fabric lining. There is no serial number or traditional red white and blue Dooney tag.
 

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Thank you! There was no sticker. I think this one will be sold by silent auction - hope it gets a good price!

What do you think of this one:
It's black crocodile/reptile. Has solid black fabric lining. There is no serial number or traditional red white and blue Dooney tag.
Are there any remnants of a red, white and blue tag that may have been cut out? Would you please post a picture of the lining and if there's a made in tag, a picture of that too.

There should be a red white and blue tag with serial number.
 
I wrote a month or so ago about a Dooney & Bourke purse that had been donated to our fundraiser purse sale for the non-profit where I work. Unfortunately, that purse was stolen before we could get it authenticated.
The good news is that we have received lots more wonderful bags including several Dooney & Bourkes. I would like to get your opinion on a few of them, here's the first one:
It's a beautiful light brown color, it looks different in some of the pics due to lighting. Inside it's a red fabric lining with a tan leather sewn in pocket.The serial number tag is sewn inside the lining zippered pocket. I'm adding pictures, any info you can give me is appreciated - including possible values????
It appears to be new, but has a small scratch.

I am with @BeenBurned-this is a gorgeous hunk of purse right here! Beautiful Italian leather. This retailed for about $600, so it should do well at your auction. Let us know!
 
Are there any remnants of a red, white and blue tag that may have been cut out? Would you please post a picture of the lining and if there's a made in tag, a picture of that too.

There should be a red white and blue tag with serial number.

I'm attaching pictures of the Made In China tag. It's hard to see - everything inside is black. There is no red, white and blue tag or anywhere that looks like it's been cut out.
The lining is a nice quality heavier weight woven fabric - maybe like a lightweight twill or canvas???.
I don't see any other markings. It was donated by the same person who donated the Italian one.
Thanks again for your help!
 

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I'm attaching pictures of the Made In China tag. It's hard to see - everything inside is black. There is no red, white and blue tag or anywhere that looks like it's been cut out.
The lining is a nice quality heavier weight woven fabric - maybe like a lightweight twill or canvas???.
I don't see any other markings. It was donated by the same person who donated the Italian one.
Thanks again for your help!
I feel 100% comfortable in saying that the bag is authentic.

Sometimes there's a red white and blue tag that's hidden tight under a zipper or somewhere that's hard to get at.

In any case, tag or not, your bag is fine, either Nile or Bayou collection, both of which are made of croc-embossed leather.
 
attempting to identify a Dooney & Bourke dark green brown leather trim Dooney & Bourke front brass latch USA under brass plate cross over strap -Label blue duck in an oval - Two oval blue shapes-on white background on both sides of the label-Brand new tags in place- cloth tag inside Dooney and Bourke in blue and made in usa - Comes with guarantee card
 
attempting to identify a Dooney & Bourke dark green brown leather trim Dooney & Bourke front brass latch USA under brass plate cross over strap -Label blue duck in an oval - Two oval blue shapes-on white background on both sides of the label-Brand new tags in place- cloth tag inside Dooney and Bourke in blue and made in usa - Comes with guarantee card
Welcome to TPF.

There's no way to authenticate or identify anything without pictures. This thread tells how to attach photos.
http://forum.purseblog.com/feedback-dropbox/posting-photos-25.html
 
I received my very first piece of D&B after it was authenticated here. (D&B cheque book wallet)and REALLY loving it. Now I need More! So please help me to authenticate another D&B if any of u are free.

Item name: D&B satchel purse
Item No: 391232705045
Seller ID: valleys_books_andmore
Link: http://m.ebay.com/itm/Dooney-Bourke...houlder-Bag-A6822534-/391232705045?nav=SEARCH

Thanks a lot for your time. [emoji8]
 
I received my very first piece of D&B after it was authenticated here. (D&B cheque book wallet)and REALLY loving it. Now I need More! So please help me to authenticate another D&B if any of u are free.

Item name: D&B satchel purse
Item No: 391232705045
Seller ID: valleys_books_andmore
Link: http://m.ebay.com/itm/Dooney-Bourke...houlder-Bag-A6822534-/391232705045?nav=SEARCH

Thanks a lot for your time. [emoji8]
It's authentic but note that the removable handles appear to be missing. If you're happy with the bag as a shoulder or crossbody, that might not be an issue.
 
I feel 100% comfortable in saying that the bag is authentic.

Sometimes there's a red white and blue tag that's hidden tight under a zipper or somewhere that's hard to get at.

In any case, tag or not, your bag is fine, either Nile or Bayou collection, both of which are made of croc-embossed leather.

Thank you for the help with both of these bags. Our fundraiser is August 29, 2015. I'll come back and give you an update. We have received about 1600 donations of purses and other types of bags & accessories.
 
Ohh! Thanks so much for pointing that out to me. I didn't know the bag comes with removable handles. Ok I will only bid if I can't find similar bag with handles. Thanks thanks thanks!
Try a search of "dooney vintage satchel." You'll have to weed through different styles and colors as well as a lot of fakes, but you might find what you're looking for.

Feel free to post the listings for authentication before buying.
 
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