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Hi, I bought this on Tradesy and just received it. I have a question about its authenticity.

Item: Dooney Florentine Medium, T'moro Brown

Link: https://www.tradesy.com/bags/dooney-and-bourke-florentine-leather-satchel-t-moro-brown-9026383/

Item : 9026383

Thank you for any help. :)

Is there a problem that makes you question it? I'm sure the bag is authentic although I'd like to see the serial number on the back of the red, whtie and blue tag to be sure. I don't see any red flags.

I've never seen such bright yellow stitching. Also, the key keeper is real leather. I've only seen the key keeper as those cheap nylon ribbons. The registration card is also different than any I've seen. It appears smaller print and smaller in size. I'll post a picture of the serial number and registration card. Thank you so much~~~!!;)

Here are some pics for the Tradesy purchase I made. Thank you for any assistance.
Thank you for the additional pictures. They do confirm an authentic Dooney.

Regarding your concerns:
1. Bright yellow thread is a red flag on vintage items but not on newer styles
2. I'm not sure I've ever seen ribbon key straps on Dooneys. The leather key keeper is correct.
3. The lining, serial number tag and font stamping are correct.
4. Although registration cards aren't always included (since "registration" is done online - if at all) but your card is correct. Companies change and revise paperwork over the years.
 
Thank you for the additional pictures. They do confirm an authentic Dooney.

Regarding your concerns:
1. Bright yellow thread is a red flag on vintage items but not on newer styles
2. I'm not sure I've ever seen ribbon key straps on Dooneys. The leather key keeper is correct.
3. The lining, serial number tag and font stamping are correct.
4. Although registration cards aren't always included (since "registration" is done online - if at all) but your card is correct. Companies change and revise paperwork over the years.
Thank you so much! I feel much better! It is a Christmas present for my daughter and I wanted to be sure before I wrapped it. Have a great day!!!
 
Interesting about the leash in the Doonies. I know what she means. The leash from a Flo satchel and from a AWL2 letter carrier. Seems strange they couldn't spring for a leather leash in a $400 purse!:
 

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Could someone please authenticate this D&B?
From GW for $1...I think I've redeemed myself after buying the fake version of this bag in March, 2014 :)
Approx. 11"w x 7"h x 3.5"d. Strap 21.5" to rings.
AWL Large Equestrian Shoulder Bag, yes?
Thanks in advance, as always!
 

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Could someone please authenticate this D&B?
From GW for $1...I think I've redeemed myself after buying the fake version of this bag in March, 2014 :)
Approx. 11"w x 7"h x 3.5"d. Strap 21.5" to rings.
AWL Large Equestrian Shoulder Bag, yes?
Thanks in advance, as always!
It's fine.
 
Hello Dooney fans! For the more recent bags, does the registration card numbers match the tags inside each bag? I don't think so...but I was asked this question and I didn't know the answer.
The numbers on the card start out as matching the numbers on the white sticky label inside the bag. (The numbers on the card have never matched the serial number.) But sometimes, cards get switched around and/or those white sticky labels fall off so they either may not match or there may not be a label to match it to.
 
The numbers on the card start out as matching the numbers on the white sticky label inside the bag. (The numbers on the card have never matched the serial number.) But sometimes, cards get switched around and/or those white sticky labels fall off so they either may not match or there may not be a label to match it to.


Thanks!!! I thought that might be the case! Thank you!
 
Could someone please authenticate this D&B?
From GW for $1...I think I've redeemed myself after buying the fake version of this bag in March, 2014 :)
Approx. 11"w x 7"h x 3.5"d. Strap 21.5" to rings.
AWL Large Equestrian Shoulder Bag, yes?
Thanks in advance, as always!

YAY...thanks, BeenBurned!

What a great find for $1. I own one in navy and one in black and yours appears to be in better condition than mine!
 
Aaww thanks! Actually there are some scratches on the back near the top and some color transfer on both the front & back. Not real noticeable, but for a buck, I'm good :)
my navy bag was a dirty mess when I got it for 50 cents. I dunked it and the inside came clean. the outside had scuffs and some white paint streaks on it. I had to use craft paint to cover and it did a fairly good job. I had to borrow a strap from another bag as the original strap was cut down and ragged. Good luck with yours if you rehab it.
 
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