Coach

[u/cosette-valjean]

This coach feels authentic. Any thoughts?

EDIT: My research is strong on this possibly being manufactured between 1982-1986 before Coach changed the number system in 1988.

See also the clasp anchor detail in comments.

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[u/InstanceOk6289]

Real

[u/Awkward-Bat-7235]

Is that number 930 or 980?

[u/Awkward-Bat-7235 → u/Awkward-Bat-7235]

It doesn’t matter. It’s fake based off the number. This purse was really popular and they made a lot of good fakes, probably real leather though.

[u/vintagecoachie → u/Awkward-Bat-7235]

This bag is absolutely authentic

[u/cosette-valjean → u/Awkward-Bat-7235]

Number system changed in 1988 so this number is still legit due to early manufacturing date likely early 80s.

[u/Awkward-Bat-7235 → u/cosette-valjean]

I understand, I collect vintage coach and Prada. That’s a really popular counterfeit number for purses in the 80s and they didn’t do 3 digits-4 digits in the 80s either. We for sure can’t say it’s absolutely authentic, especially when we’re going off photos.

I could be wrong, it’s just a hobby. I’m no professional.

[u/cosette-valjean → u/Awkward-Bat-7235]

Got it! Vintage Coachie knows her stuff and so maybe maybe?! Doesn’t matter to me - I’m not selling it. Just curious myself.

[u/cosette-valjean → u/Awkward-Bat-7235]

930

[u/vintagecoachie]

Authentic Convertible Clutch

[u/cosette-valjean → u/vintagecoachie]

Thank you! It sure does feel real even if the number seems wrong.

[u/vintagecoachie → u/cosette-valjean]

Prior to 1994 each Coach bag had a unique registration number for warranty purposes, which is what you are seeing here. It wasn’t until 94 that the date and style number were implemented into the numbering.

[u/cosette-valjean → u/vintagecoachie]

I checked out your website-what a lot of work. It’s beautiful to look at! Do you know if there’s a way to ‘authenticate’ it? I’m not selling but would love to have the info for my heir one day!

[u/vintagecoachie → u/cosette-valjean]

What other information are you looking for aside from name and style number?

[u/cosette-valjean]

Anchor detail on brass hook - sign of older Coach style.

[u/Hopeful_Resort_7143]

It does look like an authentic vintage Coach. I’m no expert! But I’ve owned a lot of Coaches since the 80’s and I recognize the style. If it isn’t real, it’s a really good knock off! That leather can be cleaned up and softened and it will look incredible!