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

TPF may earn a commission from merchant affiliate
links, including eBay, Amazon, and others

Addy

The Odd Mod
Moderator
Authenticator
O.G.
Apr 19, 2006
93,893
4,634
The Moderators for this thread are Lee and Addy. Please do NOT PM them to request an authentication. Please post in this thread.

NOTE: The PurseForum requests that only members with an extensive knowledge of the brand and authenticating who have over 500 posts participate as authenticators in this AT thread. The moderators reserve the right to remove authentications that do not meet these requirements.

READ THESE RULES BEFORE POSTING A REQUEST

This is a free service. Our authenticators are volunteers providing their opinions, and who desire to keep counterfeiters and dishonest sellers from profiting from their trade, and to help buyers find authentic items. Authenticators are not required to answer all posts and, for various reasons, some may not be answered.

It is the preference of the authenticators on this thread not to give authentication to members who buy and resell bags. It is also the preference of the authenticators to give authentication to members who post in a range of threads, not just requesting free authentication for designer items. If your request is not answered here, for whatever reasons, professional authentication services are available outside of PF.

1. Do a SEARCH and check if the item has been reviewed by one of the senior authenticators before posting a request. Searches can be done via the seller name or by auction/listing number - add * to the beginning and end of the number (eg. *12345678*).

2. You MUST use the format below when requesting for authentication for auctions or non-auctions:

Format to use for an auction item:

Item Name:
Item Number:
Seller ID:
Link: (please make sure link works after you post) Don't post mobile web link.

Format to use for items from sites of professional seller:

Item Name (if you know it):
Link: (please make sure link works after you post)
Photos: (attach using the paperclip at the top of the message box or upload to photobucket.com and post the links)

We will not authenticate for those who post photos only and cannot provide link to online auction/sale.

3. All requests must have clear photos (either in listing and/or provided by member requesting the authentication). This will help expedite authentications. Please ask the seller/use the macro setting on your digi (little flower). If you cannot see the details yourself, neither can we.

At minimum, pics MUST include:
- all exterior
- interior
- LV heat stamp
- date code
- engraving on hardware (ie. zipper pull, lock, rivet, pushlock, screws, etc)

If the listing or your request does not have the required pics, it will NOT be reviewed. That means if you have not received a response, please check your original posting to ensure all information and pics are present.

Check out this thread! If you're using Photobucket, don't post mobile photobucket links, pics are too small, post links.

Authenticators are not required to answer every request, and it is their right to ignore a request that is not in the proper format.

4. Do NOT make more than 3 requests per post.

5. Please wait at least 24 hours before bumping your request. Search by seller or item # to ensure that it has not been reviewed (see rule 1). If the auction is ending soon, you may say so in your comments. Remember, we are just like you, and get on tPF when we have time so please be patient.

6. To ensure that additional pics requested are seen by the authenticators, quote or provide a link to your original request and response. Use the quote feature or copy and paste the url. Failure to do do may result in your query not being answered. Please utilize the quote feature when responding directly to another post.

7. Comments on price and/or condition are NOT permitted. So please do not ask us for an opinion.

8. Do NOT PM an authenticator or moderator to request authentication. Any and all such requests must be posted in this thread.

9. Should one of your items be questioned in this thread, you are welcome to provide additional pictures or materials supporting its authenticity.

10. Do NOT handle your disputes with other members in this thread. Take your differences to Private Message or just use the REPORT function ( button) to alert the mods, and let them handle it from there. In the meantime, just ignore the poster until a Mod can intervene. Failure to do so can result in banning. Always be respectful when you post and treat others as you expect to be treated. This is an open thread and everyone is welcome to participate.

Disclaimer
All Authenticate This threads on tPF are meant to provide assistance to shoppers who are uncertain about the legitimacy and authenticity of designer goods. The evaluations posted by tPF's members are only opinions that stem from personal experiences as shoppers and collectors. They are not legally binding or professional authentications and are not to be treated as such.

For questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact the forum administration via the contact form.
 
Last edited:
Hi everyone! I'm new to TPF and was hoping to have some help in authenticating this Louis Vuitton Saumur 30. I purchased it from a seller on Poshmark. It arrived yesterday afternoon so I'm looking to confirm its authenticity before Poshmark automatically accepts the sale for me. I feel pretty confident in its authenticity but I recently got duped on a different bag and I think that is making me second guess everything now. Thank you in advance! :)

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Saumur 30 (she accidentally labeled it the 35 but I knew from the pictures that it's the 30)
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Vintage-Louis-Vuitton-Saumur-35-Messanger-Bag-5ecc0caf06d59c278e5777b9
IMG_2005.jpgIMG_2006.jpgIMG_2007.jpgIMG_2008.jpgIMG_2010.jpgIMG_2011.jpgIMG_2013.jpgIMG_2014.jpgIMG_2016.jpgIMG_2017.jpgIMG_2018.jpgIMG_2019.jpg
 
Hi,
Purchased a multicolor heartbreaker recently from a private sale, already had it authenticated by ProAuthenticators, but now some random woman on Facebook is saying how we shouldn’t trust instant authentications from them and is putting doubt into my mind. So, for peace of mind, photos attached. Thanks in advance. 2D39A51F-1300-43CB-9D74-378D14A46785.jpegD43B1F4E-0835-4F89-9182-D1627394C689.jpeg026BE015-75AA-4483-AD63-FF7FC656EFBF.jpegB64D5FC5-AF34-4448-86CD-01888932D938.jpeg71DEE7D8-F461-4F97-9BDD-AE257427D860.jpegFC419A7A-93E7-40CB-95B1-7416B822EF52.jpegB137BD08-5859-41F4-87D9-1C780AE4619F.jpeg337173B1-2AAA-47B0-BEFD-24D1418459CA.jpeg078DA2B9-DF68-4911-BBC1-7CCF6EF1500E.jpeg
 
Hi everyone, I got this bag as a gift. Would really appreciate if you could authenticate this bag for me. The pattern looks a bit off to me.
Item Name: Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere 30

View attachment 4816532

View attachment 4816533

View attachment 4816534

View attachment 4816536

View attachment 4816537

View attachment 4816538

View attachment 4816539

View attachment 4816540

View attachment 4816541

View attachment 4816543

View attachment 4816784

View attachment 4816785
Hello. Please read the authentication rules at the top of the page. The authenticator requires a sales or auction link for items, she does not authenticate just by pictures or private sale items. Thank you..
 
  • Like
Reactions: lovlouisvuitton
Hi,
Purchased a multicolor heartbreaker recently from a private sale, already had it authenticated by ProAuthenticators, but now some random woman on Facebook is saying how we shouldn’t trust instant authentications from them and is putting doubt into my mind. So, for peace of mind, photos attached. Thanks in advance. View attachment 4816716View attachment 4816718View attachment 4816720View attachment 4816722View attachment 4816724View attachment 4816726View attachment 4816728View attachment 4816730View attachment 4816731
Hello. Please read the authentication rules at the top of the page. The authenticator requires a sales or auction link for items and does not authenticate just by pictures or private sale items. Thank you...
 
  • Like
Reactions: lovlouisvuitton
Hi everyone! I'm new to TPF and was hoping to have some help in authenticating this Louis Vuitton Saumur 30. I purchased it from a seller on Poshmark. It arrived yesterday afternoon so I'm looking to confirm its authenticity before Poshmark automatically accepts the sale for me. I feel pretty confident in its authenticity but I recently got duped on a different bag and I think that is making me second guess everything now. Thank you in advance! :smile:

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Saumur 30 (she accidentally labeled it the 35 but I knew from the pictures that it's the 30)
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Vintage-Louis-Vuitton-Saumur-35-Messanger-Bag-5ecc0caf06d59c278e5777b9
View attachment 4816100View attachment 4816101View attachment 4816103View attachment 4816104View attachment 4816105View attachment 4816106View attachment 4816107View attachment 4816108View attachment 4816109View attachment 4816110View attachment 4816112View attachment 4816113


Missing sellers name: sabrinaeliz

Missing heat stamp on shoulder pad (there Might not be one), just lift up shoulder strap from the shoulder pad - Still just OK.


No red flags.
 

Hello and welcome! :smile:

Missing: eBay item number: 333675126674


I'm Sorry! But Listing pictures are inadequate, Way too blurry, Way too angled & Missing ALL required pictures needed to authenticate except for One. 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 Required pics carefully. Thank you! :smile:

Please Read------> https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/required-pics-for-lv-authentication.649743/
 
Hello,

I am wondering if I could get an opinion on the authenticity of this strap I purchased off a private seller. It does not have any heat stamping on it. Thank you in advance.

Item Name: LV Strap
Item Number: N/A
Seller ID: Private seller
Link: N/A (please make sure link works after you post) Don't post mobile web link.

117733680_1506486679526492_7984433090632839478_n.jpg

117864937_910678272772914_4464458229448318668_n.jpg

117643394_757770884767182_5844036513027295212_n.jpg

117792707_736141707178816_4729351492611908079_n.jpg

117730356_373708366946590_8375501211594641612_n.jpg
 
Hello,

I am wondering if I could get an opinion on the authenticity of this strap I purchased off a private seller. It does not have any heat stamping on it. Thank you in advance.

Item Name: LV Strap
Item Number: N/A
Seller ID: Private seller
Link: N/A (please make sure link works after you post) Don't post mobile web link.

View attachment 4817239

View attachment 4817240

View attachment 4817241

View attachment 4817242

View attachment 4817243

Please Scroll to the top of this Page 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 I authenticate items from any SM sites. Please use a paid third party authentication service for a 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:


ETA:
Please also READ my Signature # 4. Thanks! :smile:
 
(Reposting my original inquiry w/the missing info and picture.)
Hi everyone! I'm new to TPF and was hoping to have some help in authenticating this Louis Vuitton Saumur 30. I purchased it from a seller on Poshmark. It arrived Monday afternoon so I'm looking to confirm its authenticity before Poshmark automatically accepts the sale for me. I feel pretty confident in its authenticity but I recently got duped on a different bag and I think that is making me second guess everything now. Thank you in advance! :smile:

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Saumur 30 (she accidentally labeled it the 35 but I knew from the pictures that it's the 30)
Seller's Name: sabrinaeliz
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Vintage-Louis-Vuitton-Saumur-35-Messanger-Bag-5ecc0caf06d59c278e5777b9

(Adding the missing photo of the heat stamp on the shoulder strap below).
IMG_2067.jpg
View attachment 4816100View attachment 4816101View attachment 4816103View attachment 4816104View attachment 4816105View attachment 4816106View attachment 4816107View attachment 4816108View attachment 4816109View attachment 4816110View attachment 4816112View attachment 4816113
 
Hi everyone! I'm new to TPF and was hoping to have some help in authenticating this Louis Vuitton Saumur 30. I purchased it from a seller on Poshmark. It arrived yesterday afternoon so I'm looking to confirm its authenticity before Poshmark automatically accepts the sale for me. I feel pretty confident in its authenticity but I recently got duped on a different bag and I think that is making me second guess everything now. Thank you in advance! :smile:

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Saumur 30 (she accidentally labeled it the 35 but I knew from the pictures that it's the 30)
Link: https://poshmark.com/listing/Vintage-Louis-Vuitton-Saumur-35-Messanger-Bag-5ecc0caf06d59c278e5777b9
View attachment 4816100View attachment 4816101View attachment 4816103View attachment 4816104View attachment 4816105View attachment 4816106View attachment 4816107View attachment 4816108View attachment 4816109View attachment 4816110View attachment 4816112View attachment 4816113
Missing sellers name: sabrinaeliz

Missing heat stamp on shoulder pad (there Might not be one), just lift up shoulder strap from the shoulder pad - Still just OK.


No red flags.
My apologies for missing that. The heat stamp is there (photo below).

View attachment 4817618

Perfect! Thank you so much! :heart:


Looks good.
 
Top