How to Authenticate Chanel Bag

Authenticating a Chanel bag is essential when buying pre owned Chanel bags or preloved Chanel handbags to ensure you avoid counterfeits. Here are the key details to check:

1. Serial Number

• Located inside the bag, usually sewn into the lining.
• Must match the number on the authenticity card.
• Chanel serial numbers range from 6–9 digits depending on the year.
• Since 2021, new Chanel bags use a microchip instead of serial stickers.

2. Chanel Logo

• The interlocking CC logo should be perfectly symmetrical.
• Right “C” overlaps on top, left “C” overlaps on the bottom.
• Hardware or embossing must show clean lines and balanced spacing.

3. Stitching Quality

• Authentic Chanel bags feature 10+ stitches per inch.
• Stitching should be tight, neat, and consistent with no loose threads.

4. Hardware

• Genuine hardware feels heavy and durable.
• Engravings such as CHANEL or CHANEL PARIS are crisp, clear, and evenly spaced.

5. Quilting Alignment

• Quilting should align perfectly across seams and pockets.
• Puffiness and spacing remain consistent throughout the bag.

6. Authenticity Card

• Card must match the internal serial number.
• Fonts, spacing, and print quality should look professional.
• The card should feel sturdy and glossy, never flimsy.

Additional Tips

• Always buy from trusted consignment stores London or reputable boutiques.
• When in doubt, use a professional authentication service for complete peace of mind.