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

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Hi! I just purchased this bag and your help would be greatly appreciated! I apologize- I didn't know how to add to my prev request. Updated link below.
Item name-Louis Vuitton Speedy 35
Item number:114116981413
Seller ID:jtc3388

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2015-RECEIPT-Used1x-Louis-Vuitton-Damier-Canvas-Speedy-35-Handheld-Bag-1120-TAX/114116981413?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649


Handle patch rivets have glare - But still just Okay.

No red flags.
 
Hello,

Hope everyone is staying safe amid all that is going on. Could I get some assistance to authenticate this item?

Item Name: AUTH Louis Vuitton POCHETTE MONOGRAM MULTI COLOR. Made In France
Item Number: 174181764704
Seller ID: annmacmo0
Item Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/AUTH-Louis-Vuitton-POCHETTE-MONOGRAM-MULTI-COLOR-Made-In-France/174181764704?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m2763.l2648


No red flags - Just missing: close up non flash/glare Clip engraving. :ty:
 
Hello LV Lovers,

I'd like help authenticating this item, so I just purchased it online and it just arrived I hope the pics I took were sufficient, please let me know if need more... Thanks so much to this forum and its admin.

Item Name (if you know it): Retiro NM
Link: https://www.thepurseaffair.com/prod...etiro-pm-monogram?_pos=1&_sid=a3f0b3b9a&_ss=r
Photos: https://drive.google.com/folder view? id=1BC9F4mhDNlSwJglmm2MOwS9UURaauLLZ

Still missing:close up straight on non flash/glare heat stamp on Clochette & BOTH sides padlock. :ty:
 
Thankyou for your feedback. I will request more photos from seller. But as a glance on the current pics, would you say it looks authentic?

You quoted my reply to another Members request? Nothing to do with your request?

I suggest you READ the Forum rules pinned to the top of this page as to why I Skipped your request & please Read my Signature # 1. Thanks! :smile:
 
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I bought my first LV through Tradesy, a Speedy 30 Bandoliere.

Seller ID: Luxtradesy.
Link: http://trsy.co/27017783

I did not realize seller was shipping from China, until I tried to track the package. Otherwise, I may have reconsidered purchasing it.

I have heard of many super fakes from China, so I would like help to see if this is authentic.
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