Authenticity is an essential consideration when purchasing a new or pre-owned luxury handbag online. At Orfevre Maison, every item is physically inspected before it is listed for sale.

This page explains our inspection approach, the product information customers can review and the additional details they may request before purchasing.

How Orfevre Maison Reviews Luxury Handbags

Our inspection considers the complete item rather than relying on a single photograph, stamp, serial number or accessory. Depending on the brand and product, the review may include:

• Materials and overall construction
• Stitching and finishing
• Hardware and closures
• Brand markings and stamps
• Serial or date codes where applicable
• Consistency between the item, its photographs and its stated details

Each handbag is individually reviewed because materials, construction methods, markings and identifying details can vary by brand, model and production period.

Why One Detail Is Not Enough

No single stamp, serial number, card, receipt or photograph should be treated as complete proof of authenticity by itself. These details must be considered together with the materials, craftsmanship, hardware, construction and other relevant characteristics of the item.

Orfevre Maison only lists products that meet its standards for authenticity, condition and quality.

Photographs of the Actual Product

Pre-owned luxury handbags are individual pieces. Product photographs therefore form an important part of the description and should be reviewed carefully before ordering.

Customers should examine the exterior, interior, corners, handles, straps, hardware, closures, lining, stamps and other visible details. Additional photographs or video may be requested before purchase when an important area is not clearly shown.

Authenticity and Condition Are Different

Authenticity identifies whether the product is genuine. Condition describes its current physical state. An authentic pre-owned handbag may show signs of use, storage, ageing, repair or natural material variation.

Every customer should review the item-specific photographs and condition report. Our pre-owned luxury handbag condition guide explains how Orfevre Maison uses terms including Brand New, Like New, Excellent, Very Good, Good and Fair.

Inclusions and Documentation

Packaging and accessories are listed separately from authenticity and condition. A handbag does not automatically include its original box, dust bag, strap, cards, receipt or other accessories.

Only the inclusions specifically identified on the individual product page are supplied with the purchase. Available serial or date-code photographs and other product information may be requested before ordering.

Request More Information Before Purchasing

Customers may contact Orfevre Maison to request additional photographs, videos, measurements, condition details or available authenticity information for a particular item.

Please identify the exact product or item reference when making a request. Our team can then provide the information currently available for that piece.

Contact Orfevre Maison before purchasing if you require additional information.

Review the Complete Purchase

Authenticity is one part of an informed luxury purchase. Customers should also review the product description, condition, inclusions, price, delivery terms and return eligibility before ordering.

Read our guide to buying a pre-owned luxury handbag online and our Delivery & Returns Policy for additional guidance.

Explore Orfevre Maison

Browse our collection of authentic new and pre-owned luxury handbags, with individual photographs, condition information and available inclusions provided for each item.