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Who is she? I'm pretty sure she's from the 80's. Tell me what you think!

Hi Everyone, am hoping to get some expert insight into the exact catalog name and history of this beautiful vintage XL bucket bag I own. Here are the key details from the bag:

The Creed Stamp: "MADE IN NEW YORK CITY, U.S.A." with the classic 1980s "variations in the grain" text block.

The Serial Number: No. 276-2741 (stamped in the classic pre-1994 all-numeric typewriter font).

The Hardware: Features a heavy-duty brass zipper stamped with "Talon" on the slider, and the original matching leather hangtag is still attached.

The Interior: Completely unlined, raw suede with an attached zipper pouch pocket.

I’ve attached clear photos of the full bag, the internal creed patch, the Talon zipper logo, and the hangtag. I would be so grateful if you, the “Coach Queen” could help me confirm its official catalog name, colorway, and exact production era! Thank you in advance for your time and help!

u/MuseumLover66 — 1 day ago

Grandma needs a makeover

I'd like to carefully clean/treat and deodorize. Any advice? Check out the Creed wording (New York) and serial number, she's from the 80's.

u/MuseumLover66 — 1 day ago

Would appreciate help identifying/dating this vintage brown Coach bucket bag with a Talon zipper (Serial: 276-2741)

Hi everyone! I am trying to track down the exact model name and history of this beautiful vintage brown Coach bag. At first, I thought it might be a Helen’s Legacy bucket bag, but after looking closer at the serial number and hardware, I think it might be an older 1980s piece.

Here are the specific details of the bag:

  • The Serial Number: Stamped on the internal creed as 276-2741.
  • The Zipper: It is a heavy-duty brass zipper clearly stamped with the word "Talon" on the slider.
  • The Color: A classic brown leather.
  • The Hangtag: It still has its original matching double-sided stitched leather logo hangtag attached by the authentic brass ball chain.
  • The Interior: Completely unlined, raw suede interior with an attached zipper pouch pocket.

I would love to hear from the experts here to confirm if this is an XL Duffle Sac, a classic Archive Bucket bag, or something else entirely from the 1980s catalog. Any insight into the exact leather color name or production era would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much for your help.

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