Scarves Authenticate This HERMÈS Scarf READ 1ST POST BEFORE POSTING!

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Belphoebe said:
So knowledgeable, interesting, and generous--I could listen all day. Thank you, MT.

You are quite right about my misuse of the word "registration" -- my error. I'm grateful you knew what I meant. I think this might have been a gloppier printing than some. I'm content to know the general era of the scarf, so I know the risk of dye run if I have to wash it. I'll check the ebay thread re: the watcher question. Was just worried because when I see a buy-it-now listing with lots of watchers, it's usually something vastly overpriced, and people are waiting to see if there's a sucker who will bite. Who knows, maybe I am that sucker, paying over a hundred bucks for a dirt magnet with a stain. But I buy my scarves to wear, and I'm telling myself that a small preexisting stain means I will wear it more often, with more mental freedom. We shall see. Thanks again so very much.
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Dyes will run even in modern scarves
IMHO ... yes, older dyes were a bit more prone to runs - even in the rain, especially the green but ...
Modern scarves are sold with tags that say not to wash - so we all know to be CAREFUL & we treat the scarves with kid gloves
But, dry cleaning barely existed in the 1950s, there was no warning on the scarf, women might wear a scarf in POURING rain, dyes were different, & washing silk was the norm, detergents were harsher so scarf dye runs were more common place & there were more anecdotes about that
In the end, you have to be careful about washing ANY of them not just the oldies
 
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marietouchet said:
Dyes will run even in modern scarves
IMHO ... yes, older dyes were a bit more prone to runs - even in the rain, especially the green but ...
Modern scarves are sold with tags that say not to wash - so we all know to be CAREFUL & we treat the scarves with kid gloves
But, dry cleaning barely existed in the 1950s, there was no warning on the scarf, women might wear a scarf in POURING rain, dyes were different, & washing silk was the norm, detergents were harsher so scarf dye runs were more common place & there were more anecdotes about that
In the end, you have to be careful about washing ANY of them not just the oldies
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I never thought about all those differences in the 50s--good to know! I'm terrified at the thought of washing an old one. I'm a very tentative, non-aggressive scarf washer, which is probably why my washing doesn't always do much with a stain. Still, it always perks up a tired silk, and at least I haven't made a scarf worse. Yet.

For those of you following along at home, the "Cleaning Scarves" thread is full of anecdotes and suggestions, too: https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/cleaning-scarves.37705/page-50

OK, sorry to derail the thread. Back to authenticating!
 
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xincinsin said:
Hi, Marie-Touchet
Would appreciate your keen eye on this.

Item: Auth HERMES Scarf Stole EPERON d'OR 100% Silk France 0 Ship 23130766500 f21F
Listing number: 132103065146
Seller: bestlife-japan
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/132103065146?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Comments: The tag format is new to me as I've never purchased this type of scarf before.

Thank you!
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Hi xincinsin - It has been a long time I check-in here. It so happens I have a similar stole, don't want to 'clog' up this subform and will message you separately some pics for your future reference :smile:
 
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marietouchet said:
This is an older authentic mare aux canards with weird copyright, hard to tell on my phone , there may be 2 copyrights - will look more from desktop tomorrow and zoom photos , but authentic
2 copyrights is not unknown
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Sorry for the belated answer, I got confused about different copyrights on the same design and CW, but found out that this has already been discusses some time ago here (on exactly the same scarf) https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/reference-guide-to-hermes-scarves.42225/page-129

Thank you for the authentication!
 
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HoneyLocks said:
Sorry for the belated answer, I got confused about different copyrights on the same design and CW, but found out that this has already been discusses some time ago here (on exactly the same scarf) https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/reference-guide-to-hermes-scarves.42225/page-129
Thank you for the authentication!
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marietouchet said:
Finally was able to zoom the photos beyond that possible in a browser
The scarf is authentic
The photos are crummy, and blurry. I could not see well on the phone browser yesterday.
The scarf seems to have a regular copyright - 5th picture
Bottom center - hard to see in photos 1 & 2 - I dont think there is a second copyright after the Hermes Paris - as per your note , but it is blurry
And the color is indeed a light cobalt , not a turquoise,
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marietouchet said:
I kinda / sorta dont get into exact dating here, in this public forum. It is a lose-lose situation for a lot of reasons
- Basically, step 1 is determine authenticity which I dont do without a link to an open sale
- You need SUPER good photos and you are probably all sick of hearing my gripes about photography quality
- It is very delicate making disparaging remarks about someone's own scarf ... FEELINGs ...
- There is NEVER just one answer when it comes to Hermes - they have never published a definitive guide AND the info that they have made available has been inexact/ wrong/ incorrect. Like the 63 / 65 grams weight of a scarf - that rule was in H ads like 30 years ago and doesnt work anymore. I may have one opinion about date, and I respect the fact that others may not agree with me, it is complicated and long-winded ...
So, I confine myself here to trying to get the decade of a scarf right - Yeah this is an older scarf - pre 1980s .
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On the Mare aux canards , I think you failed to see my second reply? cited above, where I made comments about the blurry auction photos

On scarf dating and copyrights, see my previous posts - cited above - It is a subject of great interest but also very touchy - I dont go there , trying to be respectful to buyers, sellers and interested parties, it is difficult to strike a BALANCE. Cf supra.
Many people are interested in the dating of a scarf for sale , but I leave that to others. I truly dont comment out of a desire to be respectful in this PUBLIC forum
I will note crummy photos that lack details for authentication - that is fair game for a scarf that is for sale , as required by the rules - post 1.
 
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I'm not certain about this one, but I also am pretty new to Hermes, so my knowledge is still limited. I love the colors of this one, so if someone can authenticate it for me, I'd be really grateful.

Item: Authentic HERMES Scarf "LA MORS A LA CONETABLE" Silk Beige 28272

Listing number: 142325319061
http://www.ebay.com/itm/142325319061?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Seller: next-innovation

Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/142325319061?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Comments: Is it authentic and I'd love to know what year it was released, if possible.
 
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The mors is authentic CA 1980s
Do check the condition in the photos to see if it meets your needs - see photo 8 - it is a light scarf and flaws will show more than in a dark one but the seller seems to have honestly disclosed condition
 
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IMG_1722.JPG IMG_1722.JPG IMG_1722.JPG Hi Hermes' lovers,

I need your help in authenticating this scarf. A friend gave it to me and was hesitant to use it coz it might be fake. I'd rather use an unbranded scarf then using a fake. Thank you so much!

Vintage silk scarf by HERMES 'Les voitures a transformation'

Thank you very much!!! :biggrin:
 

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Chocka823 said:
View attachment 3655310 View attachment 3655310 View attachment 3655310 Hi Hermes' lovers,

I need your help in authenticating this scarf. A friend gave it to me and was hesitant to use it coz it might be fake. I'd rather use an unbranded scarf then using a fake. Thank you so much!

Vintage silk scarf by HERMES 'Les voitures a transformation'

Thank you very much!!! :biggrin:
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We require a link to a currently for sale item. No private sales, or post purchase authentication, sorry.
 
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marietouchet said:
The mors is authentic CA 1980s
Do check the condition in the photos to see if it meets your needs - see photo 8 - it is a light scarf and flaws will show more than in a dark one but the seller seems to have honestly disclosed condition
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Thanks so much!
And I saw the flaws, which is another reason I'm hesitant on it. I may let it pass since it ends soon and I do have plenty of non-hermes scarves in similar palettes.
 
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Scarfjunkie said:
Thanks so much!
And I saw the flaws, which is another reason I'm hesitant on it. I may let it pass since it ends soon and I do have plenty of non-hermes scarves in similar palettes.
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Awesome ! I buy flawed scarves all the time but they dont work for everybody so, I am thrilled to empower others to make decisions for themselves !
And the topic of flaws & price go hand in hand - one supposes a good price if flaws are present, and the advantageous price might just fit someone's budget perfectly ! On the flip side for hundreds over retail , one does expect perfection, but at those prices, one is talking grails and the rules dont apply any way.
 
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