Gucci Vintage Information Thread

[ronjet]

1970s, part of a luggage collection

Thanks papertiger. it's been a while.

 

[papertiger]

Hello. I found this bag yesterday at the thrift shop and I would like to know how old it is. The bag is very well kept, its dark brown leather with off-white stitching and a dark bamboo handle. The interior is suede-like, the Gucci logo is on a gold plate, and there is an armour man charm attached to the interior zipper. I notice the bamboo handle is not attached to the bag with hardware, like the newer models are. Any opinions and suggestions are welcome. Thank you. View attachment 3818056

1980s, boar leather and appears to be carved wood to look like bamboo. The handle looks to be secured by rivets. The interior is suede (not suede-like).

Please leave your photos up so that others can see to which bag my comments are referring too

 

[papertiger]

View attachment 3793858 View attachment 3793857 View attachment 3793859 Hello there My fellow Gucci men and women,
I saw this bag online, only found these 3 photos though. I have been searching the web for reference to what kind of bag it is or what era or any type of info, but haven't been successful. So I come to you with the question do you have any idea what year this bag is or an estimate? Or also what the name or model is? And lastly I checked the stitching it looks pretty legit but the "made in Italy by Gucci" seems a bit choppy to me, is it a clear sign of a fake or is it due to the age of the bag? Thanks a million in advanced, I'm planning to buy it

OMG, I completely missed your post.

1950s (possibly early-1960s but less likely) web-stripe, polished calf and suede top-handle and forerunner to the recent Heritage line. Since I only have 3 pics I can't tell you anymore.

if you're ever not sure of a bag's authenticity post in the :Authenticate This Gucci' thread.

 

[papertiger]

Thanks papertiger. it's been a while.

Always a pleasure.

Looks like the bag's hardly been used.

 

[nailgirl70]

anyone know if I'm able to order a replacement strap for this bag from Gucci? I think its a Diana? And does Gucci refurbish the bags, color is fading in some spots, or would I send it to a third party? Any and all info is greatly appreciated, thank you.

 

[papertiger]

anyone know if I'm able to order a replacement strap for this bag from Gucci? I think its a Diana? And does Gucci refurbish the bags, color is fading in some spots, or would I send it to a third party? Any and all info is greatly appreciated, thank you.View attachment 3829319

I think they'll make you a new strap but rules have changed in the last coupe of years. If they say yes, wait for an estimate before going ahead.

They no longer spa leather so for that you will have to take it somewhere else.

 

[ronjet]

Always a pleasure.

Looks like the bag's hardly been used.

In fact, I always used that bag (or the keepall bandoulière) whenever I travel or when I'm out for staycation. I admire the canvas used in that bag. Feels more refined and well constructed. It has its fair share of wear in some leather parts. But the inside is still very clean.

 

[nailgirl70]

I think they'll make you a new strap but rules have changed in the last coupe of years. If they say yes, wait for an estimate before going ahead.

They no longer spa leather so for that you will have to take it somewhere else.

Thank you!

 

[shoppingsmycard]

Hi papertiger! I was hoping I could prevail upon you for a bit of intel on a vintage Gucci I purchased a while back. Brass plaque, 10-digit serial # beginning with 001, and here are a few images. The style makes me think 1970s, but the condition is so great, I wasn't convinced. I'd be so grateful for your expertise!

 

[papertiger]

Hi papertiger! I was hoping I could prevail upon you for a bit of intel on a vintage Gucci I purchased a while back. Brass plaque, 10-digit serial # beginning with 001, and here are a few images. The style makes me think 1970s, but the condition is so great, I wasn't convinced. I'd be so grateful for your expertise!

1980s

These were sold with an interchangable plain leather strap too

 

[lincer]

I don't know if it's the right place to ask this question, but I'll try here. I apologize if it's been answered before.
Do animals that Gucci features have any special meaning to the brand? There are a lot of dragons, cats/tigers, bees etc. And the dragon is always the Asian one, not European. I know what these animals symbolize, but I would like to know what they mean to Gucci.
Thank you.

 

[shoppingsmycard]

1980s

These were sold with an interchangable plain leather strap too

Thank you! xox

 

[papertiger]

I don't know if it's the right place to ask this question, but I'll try here. I apologize if it's been answered before.
Do animals that Gucci features have any special meaning to the brand? There are a lot of dragons, cats/tigers, bees etc. And the dragon is always the Asian one, not European. I know what these animals symbolize, but I would like to know what they mean to Gucci.
Thank you.

Dragons, lions and tigers were featured heavily in vintage Gucci hardware and jewellery. They referenced ancient animals particularly Roman.

Under Tom Ford Frida. G. brought out the 'Dragon' bag in 2004, similar hardware was on evening dresses and coats. This was a kind of revival and celebration of the mid-1970s femme fatal that often had exotic, mythological undertones.

The bees, butterflies and insects represent the fauna that often compliments Flora print designs.

 

[snibor]

@papertiger, I’m wondering the approximate year of this bag? It’s buttery gorgeous leather. Lining seems like leather too. Any info is appreciated.

 

[papertiger]

@papertiger, I’m wondering the approximate year of this bag? It’s buttery gorgeous leather. Lining seems like leather too. Any info is appreciated. View attachment 3862008

Need to see the inside, especially tag if it has one