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

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Hello!
I desperately need help authenticating my black Epi Bento Box bag. I purchased this at a high end, reputable auction, but they specialize more so in antiques, art etc so would appreciate an expert opinion. The bag shows some damage / wear, which I am fine with should it be authentic. However, if not I would need to dispute this soonest. The code inside the bag is FL3197 (struggling to photograph it). The bag did not come with a dust bag or any paperwork. Any input / help would be appreciated tremendously.
Thank you,
Bianca
 

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Hi please can you take a look at this for me , i purchased and I’m really not sure it doesn’t seem right , first of all I done some research on what it should weigh mine weighs 628g which I believe is too light ,
item name alma pm monogram
item number 233899499976
seller name mother64
link https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/louis-vuitton-bag/233899499976?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648
i will post sone pics now thanks
Hi , can anyone help please? I’m hoping that I’ve posted correctly, thanks
 
Hello!
I desperately need help authenticating my black Epi Bento Box bag. I purchased this at a high end, reputable auction, but they specialize more so in antiques, art etc so would appreciate an expert opinion. The bag shows some damage / wear, which I am fine with should it be authentic. However, if not I would need to dispute this soonest. The code inside the bag is FL3197 (struggling to photograph it). The bag did not come with a dust bag or any paperwork. Any input / help would be appreciated tremendously.
Thank you,
Bianca

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). Nor do I authenticate items from any social media 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:
 
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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). Nor do I authenticate items from any social media 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:
 

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Sorry, I did not mean to go against any rules here. The link to the actual auction as you can see only has one picture, this is why I shared pictures I took after collecting the bag today. I am in South Africa and this is not an LV I have come across before.
I would be most grateful for any help, but will also look into third party websites as suggested.
Thank you ☺️
 
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Hi lovlouisvuitton! Happy Wednesday. Could you kindly take a look at this piece for me? Thank you and let me know if you need additional photos :flowers:

Item Name: Authentic Louis Vuitton Soft Trunk Pouch Monogram Canvas New Originally $1,410
Item Number: 164684060084
Seller ID: sunnygirl75
Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Authentic-...-/164684060084?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292

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I don't see any red flags.
 
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Hi lovlouisvuitton! One more for the week! Could you please take a look at this piece for me? Thank you and please let me know if you need additional photos :smile:

Item Name: Louis Vuitton Damier Azur Croisette Crossbody Bag
Item Number: 265062710976
Seller ID: Dari.fo
Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Louis-Vuit...-/265062710976?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292

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Would you mind please taking a pic of the Trademark Square (little square's on outer canvas with LV Paris text) UP close straight on without flash/glare. :ty:

ETA: Please Ignore my EDIT comment (which I deleted! :facepalm:). I seriously need new lenses for my glasses!! :blush:
 
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Would you mind please taking a pic of the Trademark Square (little square's on outer canvas with LV Paris text) UP close straight on without flash/glare. :ty:

ETA: Please Ignore my EDIT comment (which I deleted! :facepalm:). I seriously need new lenses for my glasses!! :blush:
Lol! My eyes are going sideways on me too :whut:;)
And of course!! Here you go. Let me know if these are not sufficient. Thank you!

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