Gucci Vintage Information Thread
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Oh well, excuse me. I went in the @authenticity” thread and it was closed. I didn’t want or expect anyone to give me a stamp of authenticity. All I wondered is if anyone recognized it or thought it might be a fake. But thank you so much for your advice. Have a Happy New Year
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As mentioned, as per forum rules, we aren’t able to authenticate or tell you if it’s fake. You may wish to hire a paid authenticator to help. Good luck to you.
I understand where to find the model number and serial number, but is there any way to date older bags?
I think this BTH is from the 90s but would like to know from you Gucci folks. Also, for those of you that have a bag like this, what do you think about it? I looks heavy. I'm sure this is calf, right? Certainly not lamb which would lighten it up. I cannot tell if it holds a lot or if the extra, what to call the extensions on the front and bag--I don't know, pockets on the front and back are deceiving.
Thanks for the chat! I am so interested to learn more!
I think this BTH is from the 90s but would like to know from you Gucci folks. Also, for those of you that have a bag like this, what do you think about it? I looks heavy. I'm sure this is calf, right? Certainly not lamb which would lighten it up. I cannot tell if it holds a lot or if the extra, what to call the extensions on the front and bag--I don't know, pockets on the front and back are deceiving.
Thanks for the chat! I am so interested to learn more!
The best way to date vintage Gucci bags is to ask @papertiger 
There is a thread on identifying Gucci vintage.
There is a thread on identifying Gucci vintage.
This New Bamboo Top-handle is from SS12 I believe.
The colour of it was called whatever the Italian is for "Military Green" and the bamboo is left 'natural' light.
The contrast stitches are hand-sewn in blanket stitch along the edging.
This variation is made from a naturally waxy leather, one of Gucci's traditional heritage leathers (it has a name beginning with 'L' and ends in 'o', again in Italian).
They came in Med (27cm) and Large (36cm) and the weight will depend on which size. I have 3: 1 Med and 2 Large. One of my large is thick boar-skin (another heritage G leather) and has a double strap, and it's the leather weight and strap that makes it heavier. My others are med weight for their respective sizes IMO. You can leave the mirror (should be inside) and the removable tassel to make it lighter in need be.
Wow, papertiger, thank you!
I just paid for it and cannot wait to receive it! I've never seen on IRL. It appears to be a large and there was no mention of the mirror--I do hope it is there.
Contrast stitching isn't really my thing, but since it is not white white, I'm okay with it.
It will be interesting to read up on Gucci's heritage leather, thank you. The original strap will be too short for my taste, so I might replace it or hand carry.
A year ago, I just missed out on a small size, in gold, without tassels. It was beautiful and the price was amazing, but while I was in negotiations, the seller sold it in the shop. This color is nice. I didn't want black, brown, or pink.
Thanks again!
Congratulations!
From the proportions of handle re body I think you could be right, it may well be the Large size.
The hand stitching makes it more sporty. I have contrasting stitching on my Aviatrix which I had to get used to, but I love it now, especially knowing it was all done by hand.
I keep my mirrors (I had them personalised with my name) but hardly ever carry them, they are really heavy.
Let us know how you get on with the strap, I find them OK. The original 1947 and 1966 versions never had a strap, and it's no loss as the bamboo handle feels really comfortable in the hand, like holding someones hand in yours.
I've been digging around trying to find information on Gucci leathers. Do you have a resource you could recommend?
Yes, I think I'll get over the contrast stitching pretty quickly.
I am starting to wonder if I might be a Gucci gal after all. Could my love affair with Louis be over? Let's see.
Yes, I think I'll get over the contrast stitching pretty quickly.
I am starting to wonder if I might be a Gucci gal after all. Could my love affair with Louis be over? Let's see.
Hi all. Went looking for more info on vintage Gucci made in England but couldn't find much. Does anyone know what years/era Gucci was made in England? Why they started and why they stopped? I've seen very few out there but know that there was a brief time when they produced there. TIA!
Helping my mom tidying her closet…came across this Tom Ford Gucci Era Limited Edition Jeweled Dragon shoulder bag (Velvet and Alligator) from 2004. The quality nowadays can’t come close to those days. The price could now even buy a wallet now lol.
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I think it was from the era where they had a license deal when they tried to make Gucci more widely available kinda like how Coach ended up inside department stores this cheapening the brand. I have seen SLGs that said made in England for Gucci but always questioned it’s authenticity. After some research that’s what I found out but I wouldn’t buy it. It doesn’t sit well with me even if it is authentic.
Truly these were a work of art.
I remember passing by the Gucci store in Cannes (S. France) Dec 2004, and just marvelling the extravagant beauty of all the variations of the Dragon bags.
Gucci was never produced in England. Please don't speculate.
Gucci (the company) had no licensing deals for leather goods with anyone outside the Gucci family. The entire operation was finally sold (in stages) to Investcorp by 1993.
Bags created as part of Gucci Accessories Collection that were made after Aldo Gucci started a separate division in 1979, a Gucci company whose strategy was to sell GAC bags, accessories, perfume and other lifestyle products through third parties and at concessions including airpot duty free stores and dept stores. Gucci even have a transport and communication company that was set up in the 1970s and still is part of the company today.
Sunglasses, watches and a few other products were made under licence until a few years ago but never bags.