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[BeenBurned]

My mom got this bag from my aunt...I have no idea what it's called, and would like to know more about it. I'm having a hard time finding this exact one online.



Any help is appreciated!

When asking for identification, please show a large clear photo of the creed patch inside the bag. Since it includes the style number it's a BIG help in determining identity and authenticity.

Ahh! I'm sorry, I forgot something so crucial..here it is!

Your bag is fake, sadly. The creed you posted shows a style number that doesn't match the style of your tote. That serial number is commonly seen on fakes and is supposed to be a scribble tote (pic attached):

 

[PalmTreeGal]

Can anyone ID this TJMaxx find for me? The tag has lots of numbers and says SV/Chambray. Thanks in advance for any help!

Should mention I'm not especially knowledgeable about Coach. I have a few pieces I like but I'm more of an eclectic collector. So various lines, styles, leathers etc are all a foreign language!

 

[PalmTreeGal]

Sorry, here's the creed.

 

[BeenBurned]

Can anyone ID this TJMaxx find for me? The tag has lots of numbers and says SV/Chambray. Thanks in advance for any help!

Should mention I'm not especially knowledgeable about Coach. I have a few pieces I like but I'm more of an eclectic collector. So various lines, styles, leathers etc are all a foreign language!

Sorry, here's the creed.

It appears to be some type of leather clip hobo.

What does it say on the inside of the tag under the fold? (Is there a Coach tag? When I first looked, I thought the TJ price tag was the coach tag.)

 

[PalmTreeGal]

Here is a photo of the inside of the Coach tag.

 

[BeenBurned]

Here is a photo of the inside of the Coach tag.

Hamilton leather large hobo. The color is called chambray.

There's been some discussion regarding items with "Z" styles. From what I've surmised, Coach has been reviving some prior styles and distributing them to discounters such as TJ Maxx, Filene's Basement, Nordstroms Rack, Marshalls, etc.

The Z acts in a similar fashion as the "X" embossed imprint in that if a customer tries to return or exchange it at the outlet or boutique, it lets Coach know that items with the X or Z aren't returnable.

(I welcome a correction or clarification of the Z designation if anyone knows.)

 

[PalmTreeGal]

Hamilton leather large hobo. The color is called chambray.

There's been some discussion regarding items with "Z" styles. From what I've surmised, Coach has been reviving some prior styles and distributing them to discounters such as TJ Maxx, Filene's Basement, Nordstroms Rack, Marshalls, etc.

The Z acts in a similar fashion as the "X" embossed imprint in that if a customer tries to return or exchange it at the outlet or boutique, it lets Coach know that items with the X or Z aren't returnable.

(I welcome a correction or clarification of the Z designation if anyone knows.)

Sneaky. So maybe it wasn't such a great buy.

Thanks so much for the ID!

 

[BeenBurned]

Sneaky. So maybe it wasn't such a great buy.

Thanks so much for the ID!

A "good" buy is difficult to define. If you really want an item and it's impossible to find, sometimes people will pay (just about) any amount to get it. In fact, often HTF and/or rare items will sell for hundreds more than their original retail price.

I recall some denim patchwork bags with zebra (black and white) lining several years ago and a $398 hobo was selling for $800 and more on ebay.

If you liked the bag, like the color and felt comfortable about the price, enjoy it! (If it makes you feel any better, there are no current listings for that color and 1 completed listing for the same color.)

http://desc.shop.ebay.com/Clothing-...z17198&_catref=1&_fln=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m282

SOLD: http://cgi.ebay.com/Coach-Large-Leather-Chambray-Hobo-Handbag-NWT-/260784147399

 

[Hyacinth]

Ahh! I'm sorry, I forgot something so crucial..here it is!

I was afraid of that.

To echo what BeenBurned told you, the bag isn't genuine. As far as I can tell Coach never did that style of Gallery Tote with the Optic fabric that bag is made of, and the Coach logo on the leather part isn't quite what it should be. But the biggest red flags are inside. The Logo lining (or any lining using Coach's logo or C pattern) would never be used in any bag with a full C pattern on the outside. Also the serial number is a widely-used and well-known fake and only belongs on a multicolor Scribble Tote like the one shown below. Any and every bag with a -5659 style number in the serial should look like the picture below. That serial number, or at least the style number -5659, is mentioned in Part 2 of the list of known fake Coach serial numbers.
http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-sh...enticity-questions-94198-37.html#post18503310

It seems like your aunt somehow obtained or was sold a fake bag. You can use it, but it can't be sold anywhere in the US under any circumstances. Sorry to have to give you unpleasant news.

 

[jackie9725]

Your bag is fake, sadly. The creed you posted shows a style number that doesn't match the style of your tote. That serial number is commonly seen on fakes and is supposed to be a scribble tote (pic attached):

I was afraid of that.

To echo what BeenBurned told you, the bag isn't genuine. As far as I can tell Coach never did that style of Gallery Tote with the Optic fabric that bag is made of, and the Coach logo on the leather part isn't quite what it should be. But the biggest red flags are inside. The Logo lining (or any lining using Coach's logo or C pattern) would never be used in any bag with a full C pattern on the outside. Also the serial number is a widely-used and well-known fake and only belongs on a multicolor Scribble Tote like the one shown below. Any and every bag with a -5659 style number in the serial should look like the picture below. That serial number, or at least the style number -5659, is mentioned in Part 2 of the list of known fake Coach serial numbers.
http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-sh...enticity-questions-94198-37.html#post18503310

It seems like your aunt somehow obtained or was sold a fake bag. You can use it, but it can't be sold anywhere in the US under any circumstances. Sorry to have to give you unpleasant news.

Ah! So that's why I couldn't find anything on it, I never even suspected it was fake. Thank you both so much for your help on the matter. While its disappointing, I am glad to know that before I decided to go and sell it!

 

[BeenBurned]

Ah! So that's why I couldn't find anything on it, I never even suspected it was fake. Thank you both so much for your help on the matter. While its disappointing, I am glad to know that before I decided to go and sell it!

You're welcome.

Sorry we couldn't tell you what you were hoping to hear.

 

[emmaknic]

Hi,
I need help ID my coach bag. I bought it at a outlet store in Santa Fe NM and I am positive it's authentic. I have the serial # and pics!

Serial #: F1077-F16170

Thanks!

 

[BeenBurned]

Hi,
I need help ID my coach bag. I bought it at a outlet store in Santa Fe NM and I am positive it's authentic. I have the serial # and pics!

Serial #: F1077-F16170

Thanks!

Your picture doesn't show because it's in your computer. You need to either upload the picture using the "manage attachments" function or use photobucket/photo host and post the IMG link.

Style 16170 is a Gabby scarf print tote. But just to make sure, you can try again to post pictures.

 

[kathy2614]

Hi. I've picked up a couple smaller bags from the Broadway Spectator Line of 1989-90. Can you tell me the names of these bags? Thanks.

 

[Hyacinth]

Hi. I've picked up a couple smaller bags from the Broadway Spectator Line of 1989-90. Can you tell me the names of these bags? Thanks.

The rounded bottom one is a Riding Bag Spectator, and the other if it's about 9x6 inches is a Compartment Bag Spectator.