This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in South Florida.
This is a piece of Coach history! The Skinny Tote was in production for many, many years (about 20) and for good reason. It is a generous sized bag with a slim profile with a Cashin Era signature kiss lock coin purse integrated in to the front of the bag; meant to be worn on the shoulder or on the arm. It is really a fantastic piece, made at the original Coach New York City factory, and has some fabulous vintage polished patina going on; the kind of patina that you can only get from a quality full-grain leather! I've used mine on a daily basis; it easily holds an iPad plus all my day to day necessities.
~MEASUREMENTS:
12"L x 11"H x 2"D
11" Strap drop
~FEATURES:
Tabac glove tanned full-grain leather
Brass hardware
Brass industrial top zipper with lozenge shaped leather zipper pull
Outside kiss lock leather lined coin purse
Non adjustable straps
Inside slip pocket
Single sided hang tag (with Ball Chain stamped clasp on chain)
Made in New York City
Pre 1994 individual serial number on glued-in cartouche: 160-3822
~CONDITION:
Excellent vintage condition! The inside is pristine, the front kiss lock coin pocket isn't separating, and there are no popped stitches, worn corners on the base, or stains. The inside slip pocket and the inside of the front coin pouch at both the Tabac color that it was when it was first made, which I think is very cool. Lighter leathers like Tabac oxidize over time, and the color deepens, but the parts that aren't really exposed to the elements stay the original color. This bag is a workhorse disguised as a delicate flower and has been lightly refurbished (brass polished, leather cleaned and conditioned). It is ready for its next stop in life!
As ever, I am happy to answer any questions you may have.
For reference sake, dress form measurements:
Height: 5'7"
14" shoulders
37" Bust
27" Waist
36" Hips
This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in South Florida.
Color: Brown & black
Material: Leather