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The lovely @lovlouisvuitton , hoping there's enough to get an idea..not to buy but if her other items are authentic as well
Item Vintage Eclipse Backpack
Link https://designerwardrobe.co.nz/listings/1189632/vintage-eclipse-backpack-lv
Seller Sophea Um via Designer Wardrobe
I know it's missing some photos but I just would like to see if any of her other items are authentic as I'm buying something that I'm waiting on authentication
Thank you

I'm really Sorry! But Listing pictures are woefully inadequate & 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/
 
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I'm really Sorry! But Listing pictures are woefully inadequate & 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/
thank you anyway...you take care.
 
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Hello!

I just bought pre-loved, few times used Louis Vuitton Vavin pm bag. It was listed as authentic, it had everything except receipt (box, dustbag).

ITEM NAME: Louis Vuitton Vavin pm, monogram empreinte leather, color dune

LINK: Unfortunately I don’t have it, because I already bought item and seller deleted it after I received it and confirmed it.

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Could you please look at these pictures and give your opinion if it’s authentic? Bag looks perfect except two small details that - leather part below the buckle is slightly more wide than the buckle - it’s barely noticeable. Also, on bucket, on rivet in the middle (one of 3), engraved words Louis Vuitton are not perfectly positioned in the middle of the rivet (you have to look really well to notice this, other two are perfect).


Is this possible to happen with authentic item (due to fact that every item is handmade and “unique”), or it’s sign that it is a fake?


I have experience with other high end brands, but this is actually my first LV bag so I don’t have at home another one to compare. That you very much in advance! :)
 
Hello!

I just bought pre-loved, few times used Louis Vuitton Vavin pm bag. It was listed as authentic, it had everything except receipt (box, dustbag).

ITEM NAME: Louis Vuitton Vavin pm, monogram empreinte leather, color dune

LINK: Unfortunately I don’t have it, because I already bought item and seller deleted it after I received it and confirmed it.

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Could you please look at these pictures and give your opinion if it’s authentic? Bag looks perfect except two small details that - leather part below the buckle is slightly more wide than the buckle - it’s barely noticeable. Also, on bucket, on rivet in the middle (one of 3), engraved words Louis Vuitton are not perfectly positioned in the middle of the rivet (you have to look really well to notice this, other two are perfect).


Is this possible to happen with authentic item (due to fact that every item is handmade and “unique”), or it’s sign that it is a fake?


I have experience with other high end brands, but this is actually my first LV bag so I don’t have at home another one to compare. That you very much 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). Nor do we 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:
 
Hello and welcome! :smile:


Correct: eBay item number: 254981980509


I'm Sorry! But Listing pictures are woefully inadequate, way too much glare, so much so, I cannot even SEE nor READ the date code & 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/
Oh no! Thank you for your time though!
 
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Item Name - Louis Vuitton Monogram Sac Weekend PM
Item Number - 114944906901
Seller ID - next-innovation
Link -Auth Louis Vuitton Monogram Sac Weekend PM Vintage Tote Hand Bag M42425 LV D7544 | eBay

Hello experts! It's been a while since I've asked for authentication....hope you can help with this one. If authentic, is it just vintage or could it be French Company (because of the leather). Do you know if The French Company made this bag? Thanks so much for your help! Be blessed!!

It's Vintage - If it was French Co it would have the French Co label (most do) inside and different hardware. I hope this helps! :heart:


Looks good.
 
Hi there,
I've just bought a purse for my mother's birthday from a seller on Gumtree and no longer have the links.
It's boxed with a dustbag, but has no date code. Would you kindly advise how I verify its authenticity?
 
Hi there,
I've just bought a purse for my mother's birthday from a seller on Gumtree and no longer have the links.
It's boxed with a dustbag, but has no date code. Would you kindly advise how I verify its authenticity?


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 we 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:
 
Hi! I hope I'm doing this right! This bag was not an online auction, I purchased it at an in person thrift store today. So I have no link. If that disqualifies me from authentication, well thank you anyway.

Item name: toiletry pouch TAIGA Leather.
Id number: CA0094
Seller: Goodwill store in Washington

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Hi! I hope I'm doing this right! This bag was not an online auction, I purchased it at an in person thrift store today. So I have no link. If that disqualifies me from authentication, well thank you anyway.

Item name: toiletry pouch TAIGA Leather.
Id number: CA0094
Seller: Goodwill store in Washington

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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:
 
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:
Thanks! I contacted a third party authentication service, and we'll see what they say!
 
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