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Hello. The authenticator does not authenticate items from Instagram...thank you...
 
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Hi! Please help me authenticate this! I purchased this a couple days ago, and it's arriving tomorrow, but I only have three days to decide if I will keep it or return it.

Good Things:
-The seller is going to send me a picture of the receipt and the original receipt (or a copy) as well.
-I think the canvas texture/sheen looks really good, and not too shiny or grainy
-bag is from 2015, so it shouldn't have the new matte treated leather

Areas of Concern:
-I see some purple in the print
-The heat stamp inside the bag appears to be a blind stamp, rather than a red heat stamp
-This bag is in really good condition with minimal wear for being from 2015

Item: Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM in Damier Ebene (Date Code: SD4125)
Link: https://www.mercari.com/us/item/m20336486380/
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Is this Wristlet clutch real? I see many of these without the front logo. I know that the lady who owned this owned plenty of vintage bags. Thank you :)
 

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Can anyone please authenticate this? RealAuthentication said it was counterfeit but I really think they’re basing that on the chains, although I’m not a pro or anything. And after reading reviews I’m not sure if I believe them anymore. Help, please?

LV Multi Pochette (pochettes only, no strap & coin purse)

PS. I am aware that the chains provided are not LV.

Link for large pochette:
Link for smaller pochette:
 

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Hello!

I thought I had read the rules properly yesterday but evidently I did not. I bought this bag because the seller accepted my offer, the bag is in immaculate condition considering the age since it first hit stores, and because my little heart went aflutter. I hope I may still be able to kindly request an authentication from anyone here.

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Stephen Sprouse Flower Monogram Speedy 30
Item Number: 323920343806
Seller ID: boutiquelucs
Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Louis-Vuit...se%2F6%2FA%3D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc

I would like to note that I have never owned a Louis Vuitton item in my life. I've recently been offered a job where I could 1. afford to buy a luxury item and 2. may actually need to look more professional as the environment of this job makes me feel that way. This isn't to explain my life's story; I just want to be upfront and honest that I don't know what I ought to be looking for in an authentic LV bag and that any follow-up questions I may need you to be a little more verbose in what you may ask of me.

I would have just gone with a brand new, true LV bag straight from the store but all of the bags I was interested in were in the $5k category, not including tax. I'm not quite at that price range atm, even with the new job :sad:

I would appreciate any sort of assistance or help. Thank you so much in advance!
 
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Is this Wristlet clutch real? I see many of these without the front logo. I know that the lady who owned this owned plenty of vintage bags. Thank you :smile:

Please Scroll to the top of this Thread where the Forum rules are & clearly state: We will not authenticate for those who post photos only and cannot provide link to online auction/sale. 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:
 
Can anyone please authenticate this? RealAuthentication said it was counterfeit but I really think they’re basing that on the chains, although I’m not a pro or anything. And after reading reviews I’m not sure if I believe them anymore. Help, please?

LV Multi Pochette (pochettes only, no strap & coin purse)

PS. I am aware that the chains provided are not LV.

Link for large pochette:
Link for smaller pochette:


Please Scroll to the top of this Thread where the Forum rules are & clearly state: We will not authenticate for those who post photos only and cannot provide link to online auction/sale. We require a Valid Link to Sale/Auction to authenticate. We also do not authenticate Private items (No Link). Nor do we authenticate items from any SM Site. 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:
 
Please Scroll to the top of this Thread where the Forum rules are & clearly state: We will not authenticate for those who post photos only and cannot provide link to online auction/sale. We require a Valid Link to Sale/Auction to authenticate. We also do not authenticate Private items (No Link). Nor do we authenticate items from any SM Site. 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:

I know there are a lot of authenticators but is there one that you would be able to recommend to me?
 
Hello!

I thought I had read the rules properly yesterday but evidently I did not. I bought this bag because the seller accepted my offer, the bag is in immaculate condition considering the age since it first hit stores, and because my little heart went aflutter. I hope I may still be able to kindly request an authentication from anyone here.

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Stephen Sprouse Flower Monogram Speedy 30
Item Number: 323920343806
Seller ID: boutiquelucs
Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Louis-Vuitton-Limited-Edition-Stephen-Sprouse-Flower-Monogram-Speedy-30-Handbag-/323920343806?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&nma=true&si=p8ko%2B3t76AINUA5pqeUWLse%2F6%2FA%3D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc

I would like to note that I have never owned a Louis Vuitton item in my life. I've recently been offered a job where I could 1. afford to buy a luxury item and 2. may actually need to look more professional as the environment of this job makes me feel that way. This isn't to explain my life's story; I just want to be upfront and honest that I don't know what I ought to be looking for in an authentic LV bag and that any follow-up questions I may need you to be a little more verbose in what you may ask of me.

I would have just gone with a brand new, true LV bag straight from the store but all of the bags I was interested in were in the $5k category, not including tax. I'm not quite at that price range atm, even with the new job :sad:

I would appreciate any sort of assistance or help. Thank you so much in advance!

Hello and welcome! :smile:

Correct item name: LV LE Stephen Sprouse roses handbag

Missing required pics, pictures need to be taken in Natural Lighting UP Close Straight on Without Flash/Glare. :ty:

close up straight on non flash/glare handle patch engraving
full pic inner patch pocket stitching
Both sides padlock
 
Hello and welcome! :smile:

Correct item name: LV LE Stephen Sprouse roses handbag

Missing required pics, pictures need to be taken in Natural Lighting UP Close Straight on Without Flash/Glare. :ty:

close up straight on non flash/glare handle patch engraving
full pic inner patch pocket stitching
Both sides padlock

Thank you so much for your time! Would it be acceptable if, once I receive the item, to take photos myself that which you are asking for and replying with them?
 
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Thank you so much for your time! Would it be acceptable if, once I receive the item, to take photos myself that which you are asking for and replying with them?

That's perfectly fine! :yes:

Please Quote or re post your Original request with the extra required pics, as I do not sift back through posts to find the original Link to sale/auction to avoid errors. Thank you! :flowers:
 
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Hi Authenticators! I've had my eye on this pouch for quite some time now and would love to hear your opinions on the authenticity. Thank you in advance, your time and efforts are greatly appreciated! :smile:

Item Name: LOUIS VUITTON Marly Dragonne Monogram Canvas Leather Pochette Clutch Bag
Item Number: 133086861107
Seller ID: brandolls
Link: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/LOUIS-V...nvas-Leather-Pochette-Clutch-Bag/133086861107

Thank you! x
 
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