Gucci Vintage Information Thread

[ScarletSays]

Apologies for the delay (thought i might get email notification when anyone answered). The inside is very flaky and has almost completely disappeared, re-reading your threads this looks like a common problem with the vintage blue bags. The handle has links of bamboo and there is a serial number under the Gucci flap (can send that to you tomorrow if needs be). If you need any more pics, do let me know. Many thanks again for your time. Your knowledge of Gucci really is unparalleled.

 

[papertiger]

View attachment 1885642 Apologies for the delay (thought i might get email notification when anyone answered). The inside is very flaky and has almost completely disappeared, re-reading your threads this looks like a common problem with the vintage blue bags. The handle has links of bamboo and there is a serial number under the Gucci flap (can send that to you tomorrow if needs be). If you need any more pics, do let me know. Many thanks again for your time. Your knowledge of Gucci really is unparalleled.

Sometime that 'notification' thing doesn't work which can be a bit embarrassing (esp if someone asks a question) so it's always wise to check back to threads from time to time just in case but no worries.

Well, it's from the 1990s. I can't see the dangle charm that some bags have on the inside pocket or the back of the tab from one pic but I would say it's roughly the same age as my Bamboo N/S basket (1996). BTW, my bag has the same problem with the flaking inside - it is so annoying not only does everything get covered in black 'bits' but those bits stick anything plastic or vinyl like glue LOL.

 

[ScarletSays]

That's brilliant, so it's a bit later than I thought. Here is the pic on the serial number and the inside zip tag (just a circle in gold with 2 "G"s), for confirmation. The serial number is 001 58 1500. Many thanks in advance again for your help. (ps got email notification for this reply)

 

[papertiger]

View attachment 1887054That's brilliant, so it's a bit later than I thought. Here is the pic on the serial number and the inside zip tag (just a circle in gold with 2 "G"s), for confirmation. The serial number is 001 58 1500. Many thanks in advance again for your help. (ps got email notification for this reply)

It's just as I expected from my first estimate

 

[ScarletSays]

Brilliant. Many thanks again, so nice to find some actual, trusted information somewhere on the web!

 

[papertiger]

Brilliant. Many thanks again, so nice to find some actual, trusted information somewhere on the web!

My pleasure, glad I could help.

Never mind on line, I went to a very expensive vintage concession in a dept store in London last night and they had 2 Gucci bags marked 20 years later than their issue date (1970s when they should have been 1950s) no info in the leather (Boar) and waaaaayyyy over priced (as in more expensive than new Gucci)

 

[ScarletSays]

They shoulda got themselves on this site and asked the Gucci-Oracle! There are some crazy prices out there, I think shops sometimes see a label and just go a bit insane with numbers. Shame really, those bags are meant to loved and passed on, and too often they are priced out of reach for everyone but the super wealthy.

 

[chanel_lovver]

Hello- I know this is not the authentication thread but I'd like to share this gem I scored on ebay. I'm pretty sure it's authentic compared to my other vintage bags but with all of the knowledge on here I'd like another opinion. TIA!!
Item: Vintage~GUCCI~Brown Leather Satchel Cross Body Bag Large Gold GG Monogram
Listing: 251156518239
Seller: rebaquiring6ajy
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-GUCC...vip=true&rt=nc

I received the bag and the leather is very nice, stitching looks great, but other than the inside gucci stamp there are no other gucci marks on the hardware and no serial number anywhere. Here is a picture of the inside stamp: I'm curious to know what era this is from and what style it is- looks like a 1973??

 

[papertiger]

Hello- I know this is not the authentication thread but I'd like to share this gem I scored on ebay. I'm pretty sure it's authentic compared to my other vintage bags but with all of the knowledge on here I'd like another opinion. TIA!!
Item: Vintage~GUCCI~Brown Leather Satchel Cross Body Bag Large Gold GG Monogram
Listing: 251156518239
Seller: rebaquiring6ajy
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-GUCC...vip=true&rt=nc

I received the bag and the leather is very nice, stitching looks great, but other than the inside gucci stamp there are no other gucci marks on the hardware and no serial number anywhere. Here is a picture of the inside stamp: I'm curious to know what era this is from and what style it is- looks like a 1973??

Gucci kept this script for a very long time and many Gucci signatures ran consecutively not always in chronological sequence.

Please post a picture of the outside of the bag to date it

 

[chanel_lovver]

Here are pictures of the front, back and bottom. Thanks for any info you have!!

 

[papertiger]

You were correct! Most definitely 1973 original from the said date (they obviously were not called that then of course)

I'll see if I can find out anything else and then come back to this thread. Be patient though

 

[chanel_lovver]

You were correct! Most definitely 1973 original from the said date (they obviously were not called that then of course)

I'll see if I can find out anything else and then come back to this thread. Be patient though

Thank you thank you!! I'm in love with this bag . Let me know if u find out any other info

 

[realornothing]

Thank you for the great information. My aunt is Gucci's faithful fan and owns many bags from Gucci Accessory Collection. She takes good care of them just like her own children. She recently gave one of her "babies" to me as a special gift. I believe it is also called as "moon bag". Here are some photos.

I also have this bag only in the navy. My concern is that the buckle was once gold toned and now has lost some color and is turning silver. Is this a common problem or do I have a fake? I can't believe Gucci would not use solid brass hardware, even though my bag is 30 years old. I am new to tPF and hope someone can answer my question.

 

[papertiger]

I also have this bag only in the navy. My concern is that the buckle was once gold toned and now has lost some color and is turning silver. Is this a common problem or do I have a fake? I can't believe Gucci would not use solid brass hardware, even though my bag is 30 years old. I am new to tPF and hope someone can answer my question.

Sounds odd, best to check it out on the authenticate this Gucci thread (NOT here).

 

[pmburk]

I'm looking at this bag, but don't know much about it. I'm not really looking for authentication, just curious of the general era of the bag? The seller just says it is vintage and authentic, and was a graduation gift several years ago.