Added 5 months ago

Condition

Very Good

Color

Pink

Material

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Category

Handbags

Chanel Vintage Alligator Top Handle Flap Bag Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition Material: Alligator Color: Salmon Pink Hardware: Gold-Tone Series: 5-Series (1997–1999) Dimensions: 25 cm W × 18.5 cm H × 9.5 cm D Product Overview A rare, structured vintage top handle bag in glossy salmon pink alligator skin with gold-tone hardware. Produced between 1997 and 1999 under Karl Lagerfeld, this trapezoidal frame is known to collectors as the Chanel "Kelly" silhouette. It features a rigid, integrated top handle, a front flap with an interlocking CC turn-lock, and a rear exterior slip pocket. The interior is lined in tonal leather and contains a main compartment and a cream satin-lined zip pocket housing the serial sticker. Historical Context & Color Story The Lagerfeld Era: Designed during the late 1990s peak of structured, ultra-premium top handles. Because Chanel has since ceased all exotic skin production, authentic vintage alligator pieces from this era are strictly finite. The "Kelly" Silhouette: A formal, clean architectural shape engineered specifically to showcase premium scale symmetry and alignment. Salmon Pink: A distinct late-90s dye formula featuring warm, coral undertones. The glossy finish interacts with the natural texture of the skin, creating a multi-dimensional gradient where the scale recesses appear slightly deeper than the raised surfaces. Hardware Match: The warm undertones of the skin are paired with period-correct, rich gold-tone plating. Condition Details Structure: Firm, upright, and holds its original shape perfectly. Exterior Skin: Excellent gloss retention and color consistency. No drying or lifting scales. Corners & Base: Clean. No visible scuffing or abrasive wear on the bottom edges. Interior: Clean tonal leather lining. Zipper functions smoothly. Hardware: Gold plating is bright and intact. Faint hairline scratches on the turn-lock. Serial Sticker: Intact, clear, and legible (52XXXX7). Includes intact serial sticker.