Assurance

The Condition Standard

What you read is what you receive. Every piece is assessed against the same structured standard before it is offered — graded honestly, photographed honestly, priced honestly.

The grades

NewStore-fresh and unworn. Full set expected; protective films may still be in place.
Like NewWorn once or twice at most. No signs of use visible to the naked eye.
ExcellentLight, careful use. Minimal signs found only on close inspection — the collector's sweet spot of condition and value.
Very GoodGentle wear consistent with regular, careful use. Structurally impeccable; character, not damage.
GoodVisible wear, documented plainly, photographed clearly — and priced accordingly. Honest bags for wearing, not vitrines.

The eight areas we assess

A single grade can hide a lot — so we never rely on the grade alone. Each listing documents these areas individually, with supporting photography:

  • Exterior — leather surface, colour trueness, scuffs and marks.
  • Corners — softening, rubbing, exposure or reinforcement.
  • Hardware — lustre, hairline scratches, plating wear and function of locks and zips.
  • Handles & straps — patina, darkening, slack or cracking.
  • Interior — lining condition, cleanliness, marks and pockets.
  • Structure — whether the piece stands and holds its intended shape.
  • Odour — any scent (smoke, perfume, storage), disclosed plainly.
  • Completeness — box, dust bag, clochette, lock & keys, cards, receipts.

Honest photography, by design

Campaign imagery makes a bag beautiful; documentation imagery makes it true. Every listing carries both. Documentation shots show real colour in natural light and include a numbered set — front, back, sides, base, interior, handles, hardware, corners, stamp and accessories — with wear photographed deliberately, never hidden in shadow. If we would mention it in person, you will see it in the photos.

Reading a listing like a professional

  • Start with corners and handles — they age first and honestly.
  • Check hardware straight-on: hairlines catch light at an angle.
  • Match the grade against the photos. If a seller's images and words disagree, believe the images — here, they will always agree.
  • Weigh completeness: a full set protects future resale value.

Want to look closer?

On any piece, you may request additional photos, a video, or a live video consultation — an advisor will walk the bag with you, area by area. It is the closest thing to holding it.