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Hello All. I inherited two lovely & authentic LV's from dear friend's estate-- a full size Noe and an Elise wallet. WELL AT LEAST I THINK THEY ARE AUTHENTIC ?!?! She got them in the late 1970's and carried them until the day she died (Sorry I don't mean to sound so dramatic). I'm confident that the Noe is genuine but I am having second thoughts on the Elise wallet. The main problem is there is no hallmark on the front snap AND this snap has lost its brass color. The "female" snaps appear to be marked Louis Vuitton. There's no date or factory stamp, but I believe that would be consistent with the 1970's era. The pattern is matched beautifully where the flap meets the wallet and the stitching is tight and even. What's your opinion? Thank you in advance :)
 

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Hello All. I inherited two lovely & authentic LV's from dear friend's estate-- a full size Noe and an Elise wallet. WELL AT LEAST I THINK THEY ARE AUTHENTIC ?!?! She got them in the late 1970's and carried them until the day she died (Sorry I don't mean to sound so dramatic). I'm confident that the Noe is genuine but I am having second thoughts on the Elise wallet. The main problem is there is no hallmark on the front snap AND this snap has lost its brass color. The "female" snaps appear to be marked Louis Vuitton. There's no date or factory stamp, but I believe that would be consistent with the 1970's era. The pattern is matched beautifully where the flap meets the wallet and the stitching is tight and even. What's your opinion? Thank you in advance :smile:

Hello and welcome! :smile:

I'm Sorry, but I cannot help you. The Forum Rules for this Thread at the top of every page is clear. Per Forum Rules:

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 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:
 
Dear Authenticator,

I hope that what I posted previously is sufficient and in the correct format. I am a newbie and the Alma BB in epi leather was my first LV purchase so your guidance will be much appreciated. Please let me know if I am missing anything. Have a happy holiday and thank you in advance for your help.
 
Please authenticate.

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Pochette Accessoires
Seller is DCT-ep Vintage Brand Shop - Japan
Link: https://dct-ep-vintageluxurystore.c...s-pouch-n41206-34491-3?variant=32588573605954

I hope I did this correctly, all of the pictures are in the link.

Thank you.

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 pic of Clip engraving (too angled in listing & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Zipper pull engraving (way too angled & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Trademark Square (little square's on outer canvas with LV Paris text)


ETA: I'm on a desktop computer so I can only enlarge pics are big as the site(s) allow.
 
Hi there, thank you so much for your reply, here are some pictures I took. I forgot to say I already bought it.
 

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Hi everyone,

I am thinking of purchasing this LV Montsouris GM backpack from Depop.

Do you think it is authentic?

I am a bit hesitant of posting the link in here, as someone might snatch it? :/

Thank you in advance.

Best,
Maria
 

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Hi everyone,

I am thinking of purchasing this LV Montsouris GM backpack from Depop.

Do you think it is authentic?

I am a bit hesitant of posting the link in here, as someone might snatch it? :/

Thank you in advance.

Best,
Maria

Hello and welcome! :smile:

I'm Sorry, but I cannot help you. The Forum Rules for this Thread at the top of every page is clear. Per Forum Rules:

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 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: Also, I Do Not authenticate items from Depop as clearly stated in my Signature # 4.
Thank you for understanding & Good Luck! :smile:
 
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 pic of Clip engraving (too angled in listing & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Zipper pull engraving (way too angled & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Trademark Square (little square's on outer canvas with LV Paris text)


ETA: I'm on a desktop computer so I can only enlarge pics are big as the site(s) allow.
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 pic of Clip engraving (too angled in listing & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Zipper pull engraving (way too angled & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Trademark Square (little square's on outer canvas with LV Paris text)


ETA: I'm on a desktop computer so I can only enlarge pics are big as the site(s) allow.

I just realized I did not reply back to you and posted separatel. I’m so sorry and sorry for duplicating the post, I could not figure out how to delete.

Hi there, thank you so much for your reply, here are some pictures I took. I forgot to say I already bought it.

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Please authenticate.

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Pochette Accessoires
Seller is DCT-ep Vintage Brand Shop - Japan
Link: https://dct-ep-vintageluxurystore.c...s-pouch-n41206-34491-3?variant=32588573605954

I hope I did this correctly, all of the pictures are in the link.

Thank you.
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 pic of Clip engraving (too angled in listing & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Zipper pull engraving (way too angled & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Trademark Square (little square's on outer canvas with LV Paris text)


ETA: I'm on a desktop computer so I can only enlarge pics are big as the site(s) allow.
Hi there, thank you so much for your reply, here are some pictures I took. I forgot to say I already bought it.
I just realized I did not reply back to you and posted separatel. I’m so sorry and sorry for duplicating the post, I could not figure out how to delete.

Hi there, thank you so much for your reply, here are some pictures I took. I forgot to say I already bought it.

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Pics you uploaded still have glare - But still just Okay.


No red flags.


Happy Holidays! :flowers:
 
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 pic of Clip engraving (too angled in listing & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Zipper pull engraving (way too angled & far away)
close up straight on non flash/glare Trademark Square (little square's on outer canvas with LV Paris text)


ETA: I'm on a desktop computer so I can only enlarge pics are big as the site(s) allow.
Pics you uploaded still have glare - But still just Okay.


No red flags.


Happy Holidays! :flowers:
Yes, I'm sorry the pictures still had glare. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. I appreciate it.

Happy Holidays and all the best to you in the new year.
 
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