Chanel - Timeless Classic Flap - Crossbody bag

An extraordinary investment-grade collector's masterpiece: an authentic Chanel Classic Mini Flap Bag Mini Rectangular from the golden era of Karl Lagerfeld circa 1989-1991. Crafted in magnificent black lambskin leather with iconic diamond quilting, this piece represents the pinnacle of vintage luxury heritage.This highly coveted model features a single chain strap interwoven with black leather, perfect for crossbody or shoulder wear. The front closure features the legendary CC turnkey lock, displaying the authentic vintage hallmark puncheon on the left CC, certifying the hardware is heavily plated in genuine 24-karat gold.The interior is lined in clean burgundy leather with a perfectly defined CHANEL gold foil stamp and the stitched interlocking double CC logo under the flap. The back plate displays the correct CHANEL PARIS vertical engraving with flathead screws.Authenticity and Provenance Full Set:Serial Number: 1402926 Series 1Full Vintage Set Included: This exceptional lot comes as a complete full set, featuring its original black plastic Authenticity Card with the matching serial number 1402926 and its original 1980s Chanel boutique black box. The box still features the rare, authentic Italian typewritten store tag describing the item Tracollina nera con patta sino fondo Agneau Coloris 10 alongside the factory printed technical drawing of this model.Condition:Pristine collector's state. Despite being a vintage piece from 1989, this bag has been stored in a private vault and shows no real signs of wear, no scuffs, and no scratches. The exterior lambskin is beautifully preserved, retaining its rich black texture, shiny luster, and well-defined, puffy quilts. It looks incredibly fresh, almost like an unused item in its original box. The 24k gold plating on the CC lock and chain remains exceptionally bright, warm, and free of oxidation or fading. The interior lining is completely intact, pristine, and clean. The original box with its historical tag is beautifully preserved.Shipping:Secured, fully tracked, and fully insured premium express shipping inside protective professional packaging.

Estimate:£2,947.15

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