September 1, 2006
The Battle for Vintage Gucci
Ever since I got back from Italy, I have had this incessant need for a vintage Gucci bag. It's sick, really. But not just any bag. It had to be the gold GG medallion original Blondie bag. I saw one on eBay and I was so hooked. I had no idea how difficult it would be to actually get one though.
My first attempt was a black leather one. I watched. I waited. I forgot. I completely and utterly forgot to bid on time. This just made me want it more.
My second, third and fourth attempts, I was outbid. I hate you pollyannarose! But like a good vintage huntress, I did not give up on my game. At last, I am the proud owner of a navy blue 1969-70 vintage Gucci shoulderbag.
In the fight between good vintage girl and vintage girl, there is a rightful winner. Yes, me. It's been a long battle on eBay, but I am triumphant.
Posted by Sandra at September 1, 2006 12:40 AM
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On the Antique Score! of the Week, yesterday at an Antique shop in Carlingford (Co. Louth, Ireland), I found 2 1880s "flow Blue" dinner plates for 9 Euro for the pair. $11 For both.
At any antique store in Orange or Temcula I would have paid a minimum of $80 each. Score!
Posted on September 1, 2006 01:53
Sometimes ebay creates addictions, it is a little sad, but I too have fallen victim to it's evil ways. Recently I HAD to have these black leather ankle boots and would do everything in my power to get them including making an offer via e-mail and wishing that they accepted.
I am the winner!
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Posted on September 13, 2006 09:10
OMG, I thought I was the ONLY one obsessed with Vintage Gucci bags!! ANd I've never even been to Italy, just all of a sudden, I'm spending hours on ebay searching for the perfect one for the right price!
Posted on September 20, 2006 09:16
Oh no vintage sister! You are not alone. And it appears that there is something in the water, because the addiction is catching on. It is an all out war for good, rare vintage Gucci bags.
Posted on September 20, 2006 14:01
after moving to a knew place,i stummbled apon a vintage gucci"accessory collectoin" wallet/clutch that i had found at the goodwill for an amazing $.50! apon buying it i was not aware realy that it could possibly be worth that much ,untill i got this brilliant idea to look it up on e-bay 2 yrs later. to my delight i found that my investment was well spent.Now thats were you all come in.it is for sale im not sure how much it is worth exactly but i can send pictures and all that graet stuff,and i will just except the highest offer
Posted on September 21, 2006 07:17
Gotta love those vintage bags. I have a Gucci bag from 1984. I was thinking of either giving it to my 13 year old niece or putting it on Ebay. I also have the matching check book wallet.
What's a girl to do. It's a honey color bag that you could only get at Gucci.
I'd keep but it's too small for me. While it's not a tiny bag, I know have to carry around "luggage" size bags. Im on Ebay right now trying to win either a vintage Gucci or Louis Vuitton.
Posted on October 8, 2006 18:05
I have a great vintage Gucci briefcase. It is circa 1985 with the red strip. It has a zipper across the top and is in great condition. I can't decide whether to Ebay it or hold on. They seem to be real collector's items now. I only used it for three or four years, but never noticed a serial number under the Gucci label inside. Have no idea what that means. Anyone know?
Posted on February 23, 2007 21:10
I have a vintage Gucci handbag in excellent condition. It is green suede with a bamboo handle and it has 2 red stripes with double twist closures on the front. I belive it was pproduced in the early '60, but I am not exactly sure. I am trying to determine the value but I can not find a single bag that looks like it on line. Someone please help!!
Posted on February 25, 2007 18:12
Does anyone know what time period Gucci used the enameled tigers heads as clasps? I am looking at the most amazing vintage Gucci coat but am having a hard time dating it. Also the guy wants $1200.00 for it, I think this is over priced what do you ladies think?
-Heather,
I found this passage in a 2000 article "Heads up! Chanel-style pale shoes with dark toe caps (as well as quilted leather coats). A Pucci-esque geometric print on a glitter dress. Whoops! Cartier for belts, shoes and purses trimmed with snarling jungle cats. Backstage, they were described as "tigers" and supposedly came from Gucci's 1960s archives." Here's the link: http://www.iht.com/articles/2000/02/24/fash.t_4.php
Does the coat look like it's from the 60's? Send me an image.
-Sandra
Posted on June 25, 2007 14:01
Hi,
I have a vintge Gucci bag, it's a one of a kind (aren't they all?!!) I was hoping you can (or recommend someone) give me an idea of what it's worth.
It's convertible 2 in 1, navy leather/silk handbag/clutch. What makes this bag so unusual is that you can change it from a handbag to a clutch by taking the leather outter off. There a slight markings
The inside is stamped Gucci 64, I'm guessing it's from 1964. The bag measures 9.6 x 6.75 inches, the handles measures 17inches from one end to the other.
I'm happy to send photos of the bag if it helps (and it's a really beautiful bag)
Cheers
Posted on September 24, 2007 04:11
You can find vintage Gucci Handbags on www.ioffer.com but, be careful! Make sure you are getting the real deal for the amount of money your paying for your bag.There are a lot of fakes!
Posted on August 25, 2008 04:03
I was given a gucci bag by a 92yr old woman. It was hers and I didn't realize at the time it was a gucci bag. I looked at it at home and there is the tag of authenticity attached the number on the tag reads52405 and there is also the number651746a. How do I find the age of the purse? value? Do I list on ebay? I just need some helpful advise and thought maybe you could help out
Posted on January 13, 2009 09:34
I have a very nice larfe Gucci flight luggage bag.It is Vintage and light brown with what you see of the darked brown--which has alwyas been my favorite.I never sold thru e-bay.I would see thie and several more of my bags and a Gucci top and cold etc.Janicekinghenry@yahoo. Janice
Posted on February 24, 2009 00:59
Where does someone go to get a GUCCI bag appraised - who is legitimate? I have a handbag and wallet I purchased on ebay and I need to sell them. I can't seem to find one like I have now.....
Posted on August 17, 2009 14:14
I'm not sure if Gucci stores are as helpful as Chanel, but you can always try them. However, there are many reputable sellers on Ebay that can help you. Check the Clothing and Accessories forums. Best of luck!
Posted on August 17, 2009 14:17
Hi- I have a few vintage Gucci bag's and I love them. But, I have one that I cannot tell if it's real. Does anyone know if some of the vintage Gucci's come without serial #'s on the inside? Thank you. Samantha
Posted on January 11, 2010 17:52