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How can I tell if a vintage Prada bag is real?

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How can I tell if a vintage Prada bag is real?
Several telltale signs allow you to authenticate a vintage Prada bag. Look at the logo for consistency — the Prada logo has a distinctive font, particularly the notch taken out of the “R." Fakes will often leave this detail out. All details, including patterns, fonts and stitching, should be neat and even. Prada uses the highest quality luxury leather to craft its bags, and a plastic-like smell or rough texture could indicate the bag is a fake. Find a collection of expertly-vetted Prada bags from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Prada Saffiano Leather Double Zip Galleria Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada Saffiano Leather Double Zip Galleria Tote Bag Grey tote bag crafted in Saffiano gross-grain leather. Detailed with signature 'Prada' triangle logo to the centre, gold hardwar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Prada Vintage S/S 1999 Grey Wool Crossbody Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Vintage Prada Spring Summer 1999 grey wool shoulder bag. Features dual-wear shoulder and cross body strap, velcro closure, wool body with leather 'Prada' and inner zip back closure. ...
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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Prada Saffiano Two-Way Shoulder Bag Black
By Prada
Located in Humacao, PR
*will ship about 1/25 The Prada Saffiano Two-Way Shoulder Bag in Black is a timeless and versatile piece that exudes elegance and practicality. Crafted from Prada's signature Saffia...
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2010s European Shoulder Bags

Prada Resort 2016 Paillettes Chain Handle Disk Bag
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
Totally fabulous and fun Prada Paillettes bag from the Resort 2016 collection. Bought for £1600 and used once. Comes with authenticity card and tag card. 
Made from thick black leath...
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Early 2000s Unknown Shoulder Bags

Prada Tessuto Nylon Bandoliera Black Crossbody Camera Bag
By Prada
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned  100% Authentic Prada Tessuto Nylon Bandoliera Black Crossbody Camera Bag RATING: A/B...Very Good, well maintained, shows minor signs of wear MATERIAL: nylon, canvas, lea...
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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Prada Cavallino Leopard calf Hair Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned  100% Authentic Prada Cavallino Leopard Print Calf Hair Shoulder Bag RATING: B Very Good, well maintained, shows minor signs of wear MATERIAL: lambskin, leopard calf ha...
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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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