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#586
papertiger said:
Auctioneers can't be experts at everything I guess.

It's from the 1950s and it just says 'Gucci' because although was made after Guccio Gucci died (bag would be marked G.Gucci before) it was before Gucci went 'international' and all boutiques would have still been in Italy, hence no need to say 'made in'.

Gucci does NOT usually say real crocodile anywhere (can't see it on photos) but of course it IS real croc. The point is, Gucci don't don't do faux/stamped/embossed croc.

It would have cost a small fortune new, look after it. Your mother will be thrilled I'm sure
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That's awesome! Really lucky I didn't get ripped off on my first ever even remotely 'branded' buy. I know nothing about brands but seems like Gucci has had quite a long and complicated history from what you've said. Hopefully I'll be able to bring it in to a Gucci store to repair it. Thanks so much!
 
#587
Hi there,

I got this bag from a vintage shop in the U.S. and I was just wondering if Gucci ever came out with a bag in this style before? The lady told me that it’s a vintage bag from the 60’s or early 70’s. There’s no serial number in the bag so I was just curious if the was real or not.

Could anyone help me out please?

I have attached the pictures of the bag for reference.

Thanks!
 

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#588
papertiger said:
Both about the same age, early 1990s (approx. 1993)

Your assessments are spot on:

1. Gucci 'Kelly' Lock in traditional Florentine pigskin

2. Gucci Navy (Marina) (looks black on my screen :-s) Box calf with scarlatto interior
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Thank you very much for the additional information, Papertiger! I almost can't believe they're 20 years old, but it's a testament to how well they were made (and cared for) that they're still in such excellent condition.

Here's another picture of the box calf. This is a better representation of its true color. Thank you again! :hugs:
 

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Aficionada said:
Thank you very much for the additional information, Papertiger! I almost can't believe they're 20 years old, but it's a testament to how well they were made (and cared for) that they're still in such excellent condition.

Here's another picture of the box calf. This is a better representation of its true color. Thank you again! :hugs:
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Beautiful, and the perfect setting :tup:
 
#590
Hi ladies! I have a follow up question based on some of the information above. I have a couple pieces of vintage Gucci ready to wear with tags that read G. Gucci, one followed by s.p.a and the other by s.r.l. I found that Guccio Gucci died in 1953, but my pieces do not look to be that old. Did the convention of the labels changing to just Gucci apply only to the bags? No rush to respond, but reading the great info on that FABULOUS '50's bag above re-sparked my curiosity. What a find and what a lucky mom!

Also, a piece of eye candy for this Sunday morning. One bag is (supposedly)Lederer, the others are listed as vintage Gucci. Sadly, these are not mine, but pretty pretty!

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#591
Aficionada said:
Thank you very much for the additional information, Papertiger! I almost can't believe they're 20 years old, but it's a testament to how well they were made (and cared for) that they're still in such excellent condition.

Here's another picture of the box calf. This is a better representation of its true color. Thank you again! :hugs:
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:love:
 
#592
Hello everyone...I haven't been buying designer bags in a long while and usually I'm more of a LV gal, but I've always wanted to own a vintage Gucci. I was finally able to snag one that's the perfect size and shape. It's made of coated canvas and the best part is that the strap is removable (so it doubles as a clutch!)...which is EXACTLY what I was looking for.

I'm not totally well-versed with Gucci, though, but would anyone mind telling me approximately how old my cutie is? I'm guessing from what I've been reading, it's probably made in the 80s...someone correct me if I'm wrong. :blush:

And sorry for the not so clear pictures. I just got a new camera and am still trying to work with the settings, argh.
 

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docringram said:
Hi ladies! I have a follow up question based on some of the information above. I have a couple pieces of vintage Gucci ready to wear with tags that read G. Gucci, one followed by s.p.a and the other by s.r.l. I found that Guccio Gucci died in 1953, but my pieces do not look to be that old. Did the convention of the labels changing to just Gucci apply only to the bags? No rush to respond, but reading the great info on that FABULOUS '50's bag above re-sparked my curiosity. What a find and what a lucky mom!

Also, a piece of eye candy for this Sunday morning. One bag is (supposedly)Lederer, the others are listed as vintage Gucci. Sadly, these are not mine, but pretty pretty!

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I'd have to see the RTW

Thanks for the eye candy, a whole (1960s) collection for someone all at once


bernz84 said:
Hello everyone...I haven't been buying designer bags in a long while and usually I'm more of a LV gal, but I've always wanted to own a vintage Gucci. I was finally able to snag one that's the perfect size and shape. It's made of coated canvas and the best part is that the strap is removable (so it doubles as a clutch!)...which is EXACTLY what I was looking for.

I'm not totally well-versed with Gucci, though, but would anyone mind telling me approximately how old my cutie is? I'm guessing from what I've been reading, it's probably made in the 80s...someone correct me if I'm wrong. :blush:

And sorry for the not so clear pictures. I just got a new camera and am still trying to work with the settings, argh.
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1980s (this is not an authentication)
 
#598
Is it OK to post here hoping to find out which kind of vintage bag I have, before getting it authenticated on the other thread?

I am asking because I posted several pictures there following the guidelines (I think), asking if my bag is authentic on the 17 of this month, since then several requests have been answered but not mine, so I am wondering if the bag is "unknown", if I need to provide model, year, etc... which I do not know.

Thanks!
 
#599
mrk2014 said:
Is it OK to post here hoping to find out which kind of vintage bag I have, before getting it authenticated on the other thread?

I am asking because I posted several pictures there following the guidelines (I think), asking if my bag is authentic on the 17 of this month, since then several requests have been answered but not mine, so I am wondering if the bag is "unknown", if I need to provide model, year, etc... which I do not know.

Thanks!
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It's from the mid-80s. Even though it's canvas it's not GAC but from a mainline travel Summer classic collection ;)
 
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