General Questions:

1. Are the items sold in your store authentic?

Yes – everything we sell is authentic. Each item is authenticated during the intake process, and carefully curated to be sold in our store.

2. How do you price your items?

We price items based on a number of factors – colour, style, condition, age, etc. Most importantly, we price items based on market demand. This explains why some items are sold near retail, while others experience a dramatic depreciation on the resale market.

3. Do you have a physical store?

We do not have a storefront. This is one of the main reasons for why we can keep our prices low. We do offer local pick up and meet up at Sherway Garden by appointment.

4. How much did/does X, Y, Z sell for, and why is it different then A, B, C?

Each item is priced and sold individually. Though we tend to follow similar pricing strategies for similar items, the pricing of items depends on individual factors such as condition, demand within the resale market, and the motivation for the owner to sell. As such, we cannot guarantee a set price for all items that are similar. 

Consignment Process with DC:

1. How do I consign with you?

The process is simple. Just send us an email following the format listed on our website (http://www.deluxeconsignmentshop.com/consign-with-us/) and we will get back to you with a rough estimate of the sale price.

If you like the quotes, we can arrange shipment or drop off for consignment.

2. Why didn’t you accept X, Y, Z for consignment?

When we get consignment inquiries in, we evaluate it based on the photos and details presented. There are any number of reasons for not accepting your items for consignment. Sometimes, we are not able to authenticate it via photos. Other times, it’s because we are at storage capacity for X items, do not have an authenticator for specific brands, or simply does not accept it due to its lower resale value/condition. In any case, we will always communicate our inability to help you consign your items.

3. Will I get a paper stating you have my items?

Yes – all consignees will be sent a consignment agreement that lays out the terms of the consignment agreement, fees, and additional details. Once we receive your explicit consent, we will then process your items for sale.

4. How long does consignment take?

A typical consignment period is 60 days. After this, you are free to take your items back. In most cases, if unsold, you have the option to extend this agreement as long as we have the storage capacity to accommodate it.

5. I dropped off my item this week, how come it’s not being put up for sale in your new arrivals?

We strive to process and list your items as fast as possible. If processing items exceed longer than 2 weeks, we typically will stop accepting items in that category until we catch up.

Processing items for sale begin once and only once we receive your consent via the consignment agreement. Once we receive your consent, we process items for sale in the order of the consent received.

We curate it for sale in the upcoming new arrivals. Each week, we cap how many items from product categories will be featured, so some items may be pushed to the following week. For example, if you consigned 10 bracelets or 5 pairs of shoes, we will spread these out over the next few new arrivals as not to overwhelm the product categories.

All this curation also takes time and planning. If you dropped off an item or consigned an item towards the end of the week, it is very likely that we will not have had enough time to process them, take photos, and get it ready in time for the new arrivals on Monday.

6. I saw my items were marked *sold* today, when will you send payment?

We will have payments sent within 7 days of the completion and finalization of the sale. This includes any layaways, payment processing across payment providers and gateway delays in getting the payment to our bank so we can send it out to you.

In this digital age, a transaction is not as simple as an exchange of cash for property. For most sales, there are different payment processing agents, gateways, and channels for which the payments are processed. Our policy is that once we receive the payment, we will pay you – simple as that.

In any instance, you will receive a notification from us indicating your item has been sold, and when to expect payment.

7. I want to put my items on sale, can I?

Absolutely – if your item has been sitting for a while unsold, we can absolutely put it on sale. We can recommend a sale value, or you can make suggestions.

8. What if I want to take my stuff back before the end of the consignment period?

Parting with your items can be hard, and we respect your decision to consign them. Once you sign the consignment agreement/indicate your consent, our team carefully processes items – taking photos, noting details, and curate them for sale. Due to the effort and time spent in this process, we do have an early termination fee should you decide to pull your items from sale prior to the expiry of the consignment agreement period.

Purchasing through DC:

1. I am interested. How do I proceed?

We are a fully automated online store. All items are listed for sale on our website, and photos and details are available on our website. We accept all major cards and paypal via our website, so checkout is easy and simple.

2. Do you accept credit cards?

Yes – our website checkout accepts all major cards and you do not need a paypal account to check out.

3. Can I try X, Y, Z on/see it before I buy it?

Because of the nature of consignment, we do not allow try-ons of any kind. This is because we are responsible for the condition and state of each item as they are consigned to us. Because our items are all brand names, you can find most styles in stores/boutiques to try on yourself. In addition, our team members are always happy to model items for you by request, or show you videos.

4. If I see something on the new arrivals preview, can I pre-pay?

The new arrival previous are intended to give you a sneak peek at what’s arriving the next week. We would not feel comfortable taking your money for an item you only saw a preview for. And to keep things fair for everyone, we will not be releasing details of items until the time of new arrival.

5. Do you do wishlists?

We have a notification system where you will receive an email if a bag or piece of jewelry matches exactly to what you want. This notification does not change your access to the details of items – it will still be available on new arrival days. However, in case you missed the preview or was not aware, you will be notified to tune in in advance.

We are not able to accommodate notifications for shoes and other items.

6. Can I return something?

We encourage you to check out the full detail of items on our website, and ask any questions prior to purchasing. Due to the nature of consignment, all sales are final unless the item is not as described. Please note photos encompass part of this description.

If you do not want to keep your purchase, we do offer a discounted re-consignment rate to resell it through us. 

7. If I want something specific, can you find it for me? Or “Do you ever get…X, Y, Z?”

We are a consignment shop, not a personal shopping service. We do not control what items get consigned to us, nor the frequency for which select items are consigned to us. All available items will be listed on our website.

8. I really want this, but saw it was cheaper here and here, can you match price?

The sale price considers many items, and is the agreed upon price between us and the owner of each item. As such, we are not able to match prices elsewhere on the web. If you have a reasonable and serious offer, we always will forward to the owners to see if they will accept. We cannot guarantee any offers will be accepted that is not the pre-agreed sale price. 

Before you all run off, haunted forever and vowing only to ever purchase from department stores and boutiques, let us share with you a tale of two superfakes that landed at our door steps, their stories of origin, and how we detected them to be superfakes. 

First, let's start with the infamous question of the black boy bag - which is the superfake, the left, or the right?!

Just how close are we talking about? Well, here are some more photos for your consideration...

If you answered right, you deserve a medal, because you are correct! For the majority of you, you probably thought left because the texture of the bag and the shine looked very different than what you would picture as a caviar boy bag. However, there are many things that goes into authenticating beyond just what we think a bag ought to look like. For example, some of the things to consider include did they make this leather, with that hardware combo, in that size in X season's collection? 

Not only do we authenticate based on our familiarity with leather/hardware, we must also consider whether it was consistent with the release of said collection.

But you're probably thinking -- this is easy, just check if the hologram sticker and authenticity cards are present and authentic. Unfortunately, while those are often sure ways of telling the real between the fakes, the difference between the real and fake ones when it comes to superfakes are slim to none. While we did not photograph the hologram sticker (because we don't want to encourage counterfeiters), we did photograph the front and back of the authenticity card -- and it is SPOT ON. 

Because shoppers often gravitate towards these labels/extra add-ons as a sign of authenticity, counterfeiters have become too good at replicating these accessories, which is why we always encourage shoppers to not get fooled by the extra "fluff" (tags, receipts, dustbags, ribbons, boxes, tissues, shopping bags, etc) when purchasing second hand. Just because it comes with an authenticity card, or even a copy of receipt, doesn't mean it can't be faked/taken off a real one and matched with a counterfeit. 

So how can you have a peace of mind when shopping? For starters, make sure that you purchase from trusted businesses that take their authentication process seriously. Not only do we have in-house authenticators, but we also use the trusted Entrupy technology, a microscopic scanning system that looks beyond surface-deep differences to determine the authenticity of the overall bag (think stitching, inner lining, hardware, leather, datecode/production codes, etc). Also when purchasing, make sure that authenticity is guaranteed somehow, whether through money-back, or possibly through purchase protection services offered through your card/bank. 

The owner of the above bag unknowingly purchased a counterfeit superfake from another shop. After using it for several months, she only found out about its authenticity once she brought it in to us for consignment. After the initial shock, we were able to provide a full-length report detailing the counterfeit product and she was able to fight to get all of her money back, even months after purchase. 

Think it can't happen at a boutique/department store? Think again. 

In another instance, the owner brought in a pair of shoes to consign. During our authentication process, we noticed that the colouration of the crystal/hardware, the texture of the fabric, and the interior label of the shoe was inconsistent. This is problematic because the owner indicated that she purchased these first-hand, from a department store. So what happened there?! 

You may have heard of the controversial news story about someone purchasing authentic and returning counterfeit products (link here: http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/virginia-... -- unfortunately, that does happen, especially with the ease of website orders and product returns. 

The market for luxury goods is growing, and the quality of, and demand for counterfeit items will only rise with it. To protect yourself from this, make sure that you inquire about the authenticity process used by different companies; don't be afraid to ask them how they authenticate, whether each item is carefully processed, and what is their authenticity warranty, if any. Ask as many questions needed until you become comfortable with the purchase -- after all, high-end shopping should be a luxurious experience full of enjoyment and love, and that should start at the point of every purchase. 

With love, 

DeLuxe Team

Owning a high-end, designer item also comes hand-in-hand with being able to maintain it, preserve its quality, and extending its resale value. Therefore, our clients are always interested in finding out how to properly care for these designer goodies. This blog post is an introductory guide to taking care of your items: 

Storage. Of course, it goes without saying that most items should be stored in their respective dust bags (and boxes, if available). However, it should also be noted that how and where they are stored are also important. For example, for patent finished bags, you should be careful not to lay them against anything of colour. This is especially important for Chanel patent bags. Colours are known to bleed into the patent finish, and there is absolutely no spa in the world that can get out a colour transfer that's been seeped into the patent seal. 

One thing to note during storage is that most bags (shapeless hobos included) have some type of "structure" imposed on their conception and design. As such, resale value and maintenance should consider preserving this shape. I've seen clients, for the sake of saving room, cramp many bags together stacked on top of one another, with nothing stuffed inside. In doing so, not only are you ensuring these items to lose their shape, but you are also possibly imposing other, artificial shapes onto these items. Therefore, it's recommended that when storing your bags, stuff the inside to maintain the natural shape of the bags. Don't overdose on the stuffing, but moderation is key for maintaining the shape and integrity of your beloved bags! 

Another factor to keep in mind is the moisture level of your storage area. Try not to store bags in very moist or humid areas, if possible. Instead, opt for a cooler, dry-er area to store designer goodies. Moisture can seep into the dustbags and sometimes even become trapped in storage boxes. This can affect the aging of hardwares, smell of your bags, and finally, cause some details, such as the hologram stickers on Chanels, to lose their adhesive. 

So long as we are talking about moisture, it's also important to remember that hand lotions, rain drops, sweat, and other excessive moisture can sometimes get trapped in the crevices of hardwares, causing some hardware to rust or age prematurely if you do not wipe them clean prior to putting it away for a longer period of time. 

Cleaning and Maintenance. Leather bags are made out of animal skin. Just like our skin, a certain level of moisture is or treatment are needed to keep them in their tip top shape. However, designer items are also specially treated, and using the wrong types of products can temporarily or permanently ruin some of these specialty finishes. The following are general rule-of-thumbs to keep in mind when cleaning and maintaining your leather items. Proceed with caution, and when in doubt, double check with an expert (or an attentive SA)!

For top grain skins (most Hermes/celine leather), low grain pressed skins (Epsom or Saffiano), calfskin, lambskin (or sheep), or caviar (a.k.a grained calfskins): For these types of leathers, they are relatively easy to take care of. Most imperfections, such as very minor hairline markings, corner rubs, slight fuzzying of corners, or even just some dull looking overall appearance from prolonged use or storage can be taken care of by simply massaging leather balm into the surface. Some brands have their own branded leather care products, while others outsource this care to experts. One product we like to use on the products in our store, and recommend to all our clients is the line of leather balm from Tarrago (pictured below in neutral colour). 

This leather balm is like a reliable moisturizer for your skin, with a kick of Polysporin for the little cuts and bruises. It comes in three colours: neutral (pictured), brown, or black. The neutral goes on white, but dries clearly. To apply, squeeze a small pea-sized bit onto a microfibre cloth (read: very important that it's microfibre, as regular cloth might damage your item if leather is delicate like lambskin). Our favourite is of course, the lovely microfibre polishing cloth that comes with Chanel bag purchases. However, if you can't get your hands on one, go to the automobile section of your local Wal-Mart, they have tons of microfibre polishing pads used for cars. Once you squeeze a dab onto the cloth, test it out by gently massaging a small bit of it onto a corner in a circular motion. Start with a small area to test it out until you find your rhythm. We recommend doing this every now and then to re-condition bags that are heavily used, or polish those that have been in storage. As for the coloured versions, use with caution. They are great for reconditioning and tinting the corner of black bags (read: Chanel black lambskin anyone), but be careful as they do leave a bit of residue while drying. 

For local Torontonians, you can buy this at Walk & Wear locations (one somewhere in Scarborough, another in Yorkdale Mall). For others, you can purchase via Amazon here.  

Louis Vuitton Vachetta: One leather that I don't recommend using leather balm on is the vachetta on Louis Vuitton. Although the use of a leather balm will certainly recondition dried-out vachetta, it will also unevenly colour and patina your beautiful vachetta. There are many articles online that specialize on how to maintain or lighten your vachetta, so I won't go into that here. However, for general care and maintenance, we recommend the use of a simple white eraser (photo'd below). Vachetta are prone to have water marks and small imperfections from dusts. In order to get rid of these, gently rub a white eraser (very gently, as you don't want to take off the seal on top). This will take care of most small imperfections! The white eraser is also useful on Chane's matte caviar, some patent bags (be very careful with this one as the seal is delicate), and some smooth calfskin Celines. 

Suede: This one is tricky. Suede shoes, suede wings on Celine Trapeze, or suede bags overall are prone to uneven colouration, collection of dust and dirt, and colour transfers. For dust and uneven coloured suede, we strongly recommend a professional spa. I've seen them do wonders clients' trapezes that went from a zero to a hero real quick. However, for smaller imperfections, my SA at David's recommend using these common nylong socks, and rub them against the suede to make them fluffy again, and hence redistribute the suede fuzzies in an even manner across the surface area. I've tried it on a few pairs of suede Manolos, and it seemed to have done the trick. I also imagine using a soft bristled toothbrush would have similar results. 

The above pretty much sums up basic details of how to care for your bags, maintain their value, and extend their life. That's it for now! 

Toodles and happy shopping! 

Xoxo, 

Deluxe

Having had this shop for a little while now, I think it's important to share my experiences with my valued clients. Therefore, I am going to be posting regular blogs on (hopefully) a weekly basis, feating a broad range of topics related to designer goods. Since conception and launch, I've witnessed some very interesting things. I brokered amazing deals for my clients both selling and buying, I've learned so much about the luxury fashion industry, and let's be honest, I've also experienced, first hand, the booming market for counterfeit designer goods. 

Let's launch right into it, shall we? 

THE GOOD: With the price of luxury goods increasing year to year, it makes perfect sense consider investing in a classic styled bag; and it makes even more sense to acquire it second-hand (read our last blog about it HERE). Fashion houses, such as Chanel, Hermes, Christian Dior, and Louis Vuitton have been issuing the same styled bags for many years, and these styles have stood against the test of time over and over again. Therefore, it makes perfect sense to purchase these second hand at a discounted price. You're likely to score an amazing deal, and if you take care of it and resale it later, you can likely get all of your initial investment back, if not make a little extra along the way as well!

THE BAD: When clients consign items for sale, very often they will not have kept the original receipt, box, care booklets, dustbag, authenticity cards, and other accessories. However, these "extras" should not discourage you as a consumer from buying these bags. At the end of the day, if what you want is a handbag, and that should be the focus of your purchase. Sure, brownie points can be made for the extra additions that make purchasing second hand almost like getting it from the store. However, many resellers also use these to target consumers and persuade them into unknowingly purchasing counterfeit items. 

Receipts, boxes, and authenticity cards are easily faked. Theres even been many instances where an individual purchased an authentic item, only to return a fake one back to the store, or reselling a fake item together with the original set of receipts and accessories. I have experienced first hand, someone knowingly or unknowingly inquiring about selling an item that comes with original receipt, only to discover that while the receipt seems legitimate, the item is actually a counterfeit. 

Thus far, this blog (and the fate of purchasing second hand) might seem gloom and depressing, but I promise there is light at the end of the tunnel! In order to safely buy second hand, make sure you are not easily persuaded by the "fluff" that comes with each item. Instead, scrutinize the details of the bag (or shoes, or accessories)! Luxury designers charge a premium for their products not only for the namesake, but also because their quality and craftsmanship is superior. Look at the stitching, the heat stamping, the embossing. Inspect the corners, the alignment, the spacing. With designer goods, their standard and quality is top of the line, and this should be reflected in the details of each item these brands put out. 

Take for example, photos of an Eva clutch below. This is by far one of the most requested pieces. A client of ours unknowingly purchased the following bag off of Kijiji, and brought it in to possibly consign. Unfortunately, we had to be the bearer of bad news in informing her that despite having a "receipt", the bag is actually a counterfeit. The logo stamping is off, stitching is off, hardware is off, and even the receipt looks a bit fishy. She let us photograph it for educational purposes so feel free to take a look. Can you spot the problem areas?

THE SUPERFAKE: Well, what about superfakes? Clients of mine are always sharing with me the stories floating around about how superfakes are flooding the second hand sales market, sometimes even fooling authenticators and sales associates. Now, I've see and felt these superfakes, and more often than not, the most persuasive element about them are the "fluffs" that they seem to come with - boxes, dustbags, care booklets, and ribbons. These extras can sometimes convince someone to overlook flaws in the construction of the item itself. "Oh, the leather feels a bit dry, and the stamping is slightly crooked, but look, it comes with the receipt!" - this sort of distraction by the "fluffs" is what they are counting on for you to purchase something that's not authentic. Although these superfakes are good in getting almost all the details, they don't have access to the same leathers, machines, and most importantly, craftsmen that make these items for fashion houses. Therefore, there are always too many details that are off to be a coincidence. 

Finally, the most important thing to keep in mind is to purchase from a reputable source that has an authenticity guarantee, and process your payment through a safe third party that offers you added protection, such as PayPal. A reputable shop will inspect every inch of any item that comes in, and will only sell items that they have personally inspected, rated, authenticated, and photographed. Further, they will offer you a full money-back guarantee on the items they sell. When these things happen, no matter what, you are protected as a consumer. 

Happy shopping!

-DeLuxe Consignment

It's a tough mouthful to swallow. We think that by shelling out hundreds upon thousands of dollars on luxury merchandise of the highest quality and craftsmanship, it will translate to a good investment. That's not the case. Etro, for example, is one of the brands with the lowest return on investment. Buy it if you love it, but don't expect much when it comes time to resell. 

Of course, when purchasing items, we do it because we love them; we love the design, we love the style, we love how it makes us feel when we wear it! However, what happens when you fall out of love with your item? Consignment shops like us can help you sell your preloved goodies. However, the reality is that not all items retain their value. 95% of the items you purchase will depreciate over time. Things that are super trendy and often deemed the "it" bag will undoubtedly fall out of style in a few seasons. When you want to sell it then, chances are, the depreciated value will be closer to about 50% of what you initially paid for (assuming it's in excellent condition, of course). 

So, which items are actually considered good investments? One word: classics. Items from brands that never go out of style, and retain the same design season after season are the bags you should invest in (if you want to own it and invest in a bag at the same time, of course). For example, the Louis Vuitton Speedy bag was the first bag the brand created when Louis Vuitton Malletier first opened its doors in Paris in the 1800s. Season after season, the Speedy bag is brought back and season after season, they remain one of the most iconic bags the brand has to offer. With price increasing almost every year, you are almost guaranteed a majority return of your money, or even an increase in initial investment based on when you want to resell your bag. 

Another example is, of course, Chanel. Unlike Louis Vuitton, Chanel has very limited stock on their bags and they no longer accept wait list for bags. However, year after year, the classic Chanels (2.55, Reissue, and now Boy) continues to be the most coveted bags all around. Unless you absolutely trash your bag (which, please, out of respect for Chanel, DON'T!), you are almost guaranteed a near-full return on investment with a chance of making even a little on top. Finally, if you are one of the lucky ones to get your hands on an Hermes (especially a Kelly or a Birkin), you can often consider reselling for more than the price paid since they are so rare and coveted. 

What this means is that of course, buy because you love it. But, know that if there is ever a possibility of reselling, you should buy smart! Consignment shops are great places to pick up some beautiful pieces from past AND current seasons for significantly discounted prices! Now, if you pick up a classic piece at a discounted price, even better. Happy shopping!

FACTS ABOUT LOUIS VUITTON PRODUCTIONS

Serial Numbers
Typically, Louis Vuitton will assign serial numbers to items that have been manufactured in their Special-Order workshop in Asniéres-Sur-Seine, France. Rather than being offered for sale in their boutiques, these items are often made to order by dedicated craftsmen in this small workshop.

The French Company
From 1970's through 1991 Louis Vuitton and The French Luggage Company in United Stated had a collaboration/licensed relationship. Goods therefrom have other markings and no date codes.

Pre 1980s
Louis Vuitton goods manufactured prior to 1980 have no date codes and can only be authenticated by meticulously inspecting the construction: brass pieces, hardware, lining, leather quality and condition, stitching etc.

Early 1980s
Louis Vuitton starts marking their goods with three to four digit Date Codes, representing the month and year when the particular item was manufactured. The first two numbers represent the year and the last number(s) the month i.e. "836" would indicate that the item was manufactured in the sixth month (June) of 1983.

Mid to Late 1980s
Louis Vuitton ads two letters to the previous three to four digit date code. The letters represent the factory location. "VI8610" would thus indicate that the item was manufactured in France, October 1986. On some pieces the date code may be split up, showing the letters in one place and the numbers in an adjacent area. In the late 1980's, standards were set in place that ensured letters to always be placed before the numbers.

1990 to 2006
By 1990 some date codes were given a new format; having the year and month digits staggered. The first two letters represent the country, the first and third number represent the month, and the second and fourth number representing the year i.e. "SD0070" would indicate that the item was manufactured in USA in the 7th month (July) of 2000.

2007 and Later
In 2007 Louis Vuitton made further changes - date codes are now in week format. The first two letters represent the country, the first and third numbers represent the week of the year, and the second and fourth number representing the year i.e. "VI3058" would indicate that the item was manufactured in France in the 35th week (late August) of 2008.

Factory locations & letter abbreviations

France: A0, A1, A2, AA, AAS (special order), AH, AN, AR, AS, AX, BA, BJ, BU, CO, CT, CV, DR, DU, ET, FL (also USA), GR, IT, LW, MB, MI, MS, NO, RA, RE (also Italy), RI, SA (also Italy), SD (also USA), SF, SL, SN, SP, SR, TA, TH, TJ, TN, TR, TS, VI, VX

Germany: LP

Italy: BC, BO, CE, FA, FO, MA, NQ, PL, RC, RE (also France), RO, SA (also France), ST, TD

Spain: CA, CR, JI, LB, LM, LO, LW

Switzerland: DI, FA (also Italy)

USA: FC, FH, FL (also France) LA, OS, SD (also France), FL 

The following is a list of date stamps by year for your reference. *Taken from TPF*

years 1997-present are encased in a Square; after 2014 may or may not be in a square
years 1971-1996 are encased in a Circle
years 1945-1970 have no geometric shape

2015 T no square or circle surrounding it
2014 R
2013 Q
2012 P
2011 O
2010 N
2009 M
2008 L
2007 K
2006 J
2005 I
2004 H
2003 G
2002 F
2001 E
2000 D
1999 C
1998 B
1997 A* letters began being encased in a Square
1996 Z
1995 Y
1994 X
1993 W
1992 V
1991 U
1990 T
1989 S
1988 R
1987 Q
1986 P
1985 O
1984 N
1983 M
1982 L
1981 K
1980 J
1979 I
1978 H
1977 G
1976 F
1975 E
1974 D
1973 C
1972 B

1971 A* letters began being encased in a Circle

When in doubt, always seek professional opinion. Stores like Holts or individual boutiques will often ban their employees from authenticating items due to liability issues. Thus, there are professional authenticators out there. Even so, it's always good to arm yourself with some knowledge when it comes to these designer items. Below is a helpful authentication guide for Chanel (taken from Yoogi's Closet: http://www.yoogiscloset.com/authenticate/chanel)

Chanel Authentication Guide & Serial Codes

Serial Number Year Manufactured Style of Numbers Style of Serial Number Sticker Picture of Serial Number Sticker 18XXXXXX 2013 to 2014 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 17XXXXXX 2012 to 2013 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 16XXXXXX 2012 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 15XXXXXX 2011 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 14XXXXXX 2010 to 2011 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 13XXXXXX 2009 to 2010 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 12XXXXXX 2008 to 2009 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 11XXXXXX 2006 to 2008 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 10XXXXXX 2005 to 2006 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 9XXXXXX 2004 to 2005 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 8XXXXXX 2003 to 2004 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 7XXXXXX 2002 to 2003 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 6XXXXXX 2000 to 2002 0's have strikethroughs. 1's have small serifs (feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 5XXXXXX 1997 to 1999 0's have strikethroughs up to 51XXXXX. 0's have no strikethroughs from 52XXXXX to 56XXXXX. 0's have strikethroughs from 57XXXXX on. 1's have small serifs (feet) from 57XXXXX on. Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos from 57XXXXX on."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker. 4XXXXXX 1996 to 1997 0's have strikethroughs. 1's are sans-serifs (no feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker with Chanel logos. Opaque film covers sticker. 3XXXXXX 1994 to 1996 0's have strikethroughs. 1's are sans-serifs (no feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker with Chanel logos. Opaque film covers sticker. 2XXXXXX 1991 to 1994 0's have no strikethroughs up to 27XXXXXX. 1's have serifs (feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker with Chanel logos. Opaque film covers sticker. 1XXXXXX 1989 to 1991 0's have no strikethroughs. 1's have serifs (feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker with Chanel logos and left-sided cutout. Opaque film covers sticker. 0XXXXXX 1986 to 1988 0's have no strikethroughs. 1's have serifs (feet). Seven digit serial number printed on white sticker with Chanel logos and left-sided cutout. Opaque film covers sticker. Note that early serial numbers (starting with a 1 or 2) did not have a leading "0". Therefore, these were six-digit serial numbers. Also, the sticker was larger than the stickers produced later in the series.