Authenticate This LOUIS VUITTON - Read 1st Post BEFORE POSTING!

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Sorry! But Listing pictures are inadequate, Blurry, way too far away & Missing ALL required pictures needed to authenticate. Insufficient pictures to give any sort of opinion either way. Pictures need to be taken in Natural Lighting, UP Close, Straight on Without Flash/Glare. Please Read Post 1 carefully. Thank you! :smile:
Now I see what you mean, I read the rules before I posted. its not easy to tell someone how you want them to take the photos i havent figured that out yet but my husband told me he hates LV so I will look on further thank you.
 
For my sanity, as this whole process of owning this bag was a stressful experience for me, please please help this check if really genuine.
I bought this slightly used bag, my first ever LV bag. However despite I read and watched many LV reviews I'm still doubtful. My research and knowledge is not enough. Next time, if I have again the capacity to get new one for sure I'll bought it directly from store. Currently from where I am there is no stock of the same style so I was anxious that I got this one from local site. Will highly appreciate your help. Thank you.

Item Name: Neverfull MM N41358 bag & pochette
Item Number: 1809525328
Seller ID: ed_100
Date code: GI 1156
Link: https://www.trademe.co.nz/1809525328
More photos:


Hello and welcome! :smile:

Your pictures did not upload?

Sorry! But Listing pictures are inadequate, way too far away & Missing ALL required pictures needed to authenticate except for Two. Insufficient pictures to give any sort of opinion either way. Pictures need to be taken in Natural Lighting, UP Close, Straight on Without Flash/Glare. Please Read Post 1 carefully. Thank you! :smile:
Pouch is still missing: date code, close up Zipper pull engraving & close up Clip engraving. :ty:

Hi. I hope the additional photos are enough. Please let me know if I need to provide more, happy to do that. The seller seems legit with her status in that site but for my peace of mind, please see if there is any red flags. Will really appreciate any help. Thank you!
 
Hi, there, I love vintage items and think I found a vintage French Company bag. Unfortunately, whoever owned it before hand seems to have changed the handles. This was not well done, as you can see. I’m hoping that if it is authentic, I can take it to my local Neimans or LV and have the handles repaired (if possible). My questions: is it real? Can I have it repaired/restored?
 

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Hi, there, I love vintage items and think I found a vintage French Company bag. Unfortunately, whoever owned it before hand seems to have changed the handles. This was not well done, as you can see. I’m hoping that if it is authentic, I can take it to my local Neimans or LV and have the handles repaired (if possible). My questions: is it real? Can I have it repaired/restored?

Please Read Post 1 @ Page 1. We require a Valid Link to Sale/Auction to authenticate. We also do not authenticate Private items (No Link). Please use a paid third party authentication service for a small fee. Simply Google paid services. I strongly recommend you do so. Also, Please Do Not upload pictures onto any other Thread until you have confirmation of Authenticity. Thank you for understanding and Good Luck! :smile:
 
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Good Day Authenticators! I won an auction but have instructed the seller that i will seek authentication before paying. I have all the necessary info for the auction, PLUS i have asked for a picture of the accompanying dust bag etc.. i will post as well. Thank you in advance.


Item Name: Louis Vuitton Bumbag Fanny Pack M43644

Item Number: 163346640376

Seller ID: winnetka12

Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Louis-Vuit...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
 
Good Day Authenticators! I won an auction but have instructed the seller that i will seek authentication before paying. I have all the necessary info for the auction, PLUS i have asked for a picture of the accompanying dust bag etc.. i will post as well. Thank you in advance.


Item Name: Louis Vuitton Bumbag Fanny Pack M43644

Item Number: 163346640376

Seller ID: winnetka12

Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Louis-Vuitton-Bumbag-Fanny-Pack-M43644/163346640376?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
 

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Good Day Authenticators! I won an auction but have instructed the seller that i will seek authentication before paying. I have all the necessary info for the auction, PLUS i have asked for a picture of the accompanying dust bag etc.. i will post as well. Thank you in advance.


Item Name: Louis Vuitton Bumbag Fanny Pack M43644

Item Number: 163346640376

Seller ID: winnetka12

Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Louis-Vuitton-Bumbag-Fanny-Pack-M43644/163346640376?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Sorry, but I see some Red flags ( looks really odd to me? Including the paper work?), so I would rather err on the side of caution & not give an opinion either way - If I were you I would send it back under eBay's money back guarantee or use a paid service. Thank you for understanding & Good Luck! :smile:
 
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Good evening,

I just purchase this lovely bag and think the monogram symbols color is a little off. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Please authenticate the following purse:

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Tivoli GM
Item Number: 236356
Seller ID: Yoogis’s Closet
Link: https://www.yoogiscloset.com/louis-vuitton-monogram-canvas-tivoli-gm-bag-104748.html


Hello and welcome! :smile:

Missing close up straight on non flash/glare handle patch rivet engraving - But I don't see any red flags so far.
 
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