04-17-2024 09:53 AM
How do I authenticate whether these are real Coach/Bonnie Cashin from the 60’s? I’ve seen several online that are similar but most have the striped lining. They are from a collection from an old (deceased) fashionista friend.
Both are heavy leather and have the wear -and-tear of
a 60 yr old purse!
the brown leather has the coach label while the red only has the Bonnie Cashin label.
04-17-2024 10:31 AM
I'm not a BC expert, but I don't see any problems with either bag. Whether they're Bonnie Cashin or Cashin or Coach, I don't know.
Note that Bonnie Cashin made bags with her own label but she also made bags, clothing, accessories and styles for other companies, including Coach, Meyers and Ballantyne of Peebles.
04-17-2024 10:39 AM
Both are authentic double kisslock purses. One is by Bonnie Cashin and the other is influenced by Bonnie Cashin by Coach.
04-17-2024 11:21 AM
the Bonnie Cashin was called a 'Double Header'. double header was made between 67-70.
That cotton lining in it indicates it’s from around 1967/68
The lining (that plain light color) is referred to as “natural” and is Italian spun cotton
04-17-2024 03:52 PM
Is there any type of company that would give an official authentication letter? My biggest concern is representing it incorrectly.
04-17-2024 03:54 PM
Ty so much! I’m happy they are real and appreciate you looking at them. Do you know if there is a company that would provide something official for selling purposes?